General; Engine Oil - BRP BOMBARDIER DS250 2006 Shop Manual

GENERAL

The engine removal is not necessary to service the
lubrication system.
WARNING
The engine oil can be very hot. Wait until en-
gine oil is warm.
During assembly/installation, use the torque val-
ues and service products as in the exploded
views.
WARNING
Torque wrench tightening specifications
must strictly be adhered to.
Locking devices (ex.: locking tabs, elastic
stop nuts, self-locking fasteners, cotter pin,
etc.) must be installed or replaced with new
ones where specified. If the efficiency of
a locking device is impaired, it must be re-
newed.
Dispose oil as per your local environmental regu-
lations.

ENGINE OIL

Recommended Oil
Use 4-stroke engine oil that meets or exceeds the
requirements for API service classification SM, SL
or SJ. Always check the API service label certifica-
tion on the oil container, it must contains at least
one of the above standards.
Oil Viscosity
SAE 5W30 is recommended for all seasons.
However, during the hottest days of the summer
the BRP XP-S 10W40 mineral oil (P/N 219 700 346)
can be used.
NOTE: For improved overall performance and all
season applications, use XP-S 5W40 synthetic oil
(P/N 293 600 039).
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XP-S 5W40 Synthetic Oil
(P/N 293 600 039)
SAE 0W30
SAE 5W30
SAE 10W30
XP-S 10W40 Mineral Oil
(P/N 219 700 346)
SAE 15W40
SAE 20W50
50°C (122°F)
40°C (104°F)
30°C (86°F)
20°C (68°F)
10°C (50°F)
0°C (32°F)
- 10°C (14°F)
- 20°C (- 4°F)
- 30°C (- 22°F)
Oil Level
CAUTION: Check level frequently and refill if
necessary. Do not overfill. Operating the en-
gine with an improper level may severely dam-
age engine. Wipe off any spillage.
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RH SIDE OF ENGINE
1. Dipstick
With vehicle on a level surface and engine cold,
not running, check the oil level as follows:
1. Unscrew dipstick then remove it and wipe
clean.
2. Reinstall dipstick, screw in completely.
3. Remove and check oil level. It should be near
or equal to the upper mark.
Section 03 ENGINE
Temperature Range
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