Honda TRX 250EX 2008 Owner's Manual page 101

Checking & Adding Oil
Refer to Saf ety Precautions
Check the engine oil level each day before operating your ATV and add
if needed.
Bef ore riding your ATV, check the engine oil level.
1. Park your ATV on a firm, level surface.
2. Start the engine in a well-ventilated area and let it idle for 3 5
minutes. Stop the engine and wait 2 3 minutes.
3. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick ( ) from the front crankcase cover
and wipe it clean.
4. Insert the oil filler cap/dipstick without screwing it in, then remove
the oil filler cap/dipstick and check the oil level. The oil level should
be between the upper level mark ( ) and the lower level mark ( ) on
the oil filler cap/dipstick.
5. If required, add the specified oil into the filler cap hole, up to the
upper level mark on the oil filler cap/dipstick. Do not overfill.
6. Reinstall the oil filler cap/dipstick.
Running the engine with an improper oil level can cause serious engine
damage.
LEFT SIDE
(1) oil filler cap/dipstick
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(2) upper level mark
(3) lower level mark
Servicing Your Honda
Engine Oil
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