Checking The Engine Oil Level - Yamaha MBK XMAX 2014 Service Manual

1. Adjust:
• Spring preload
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a. Turn the spring preload adjusting ring "1" in
direction "a" or "b".
b. Align the desired position on the spring seat
with the stopper "2".
TIP
Adjust the spring preload with the special
wrench "3" included in the owner's tool kit.
Direction "a"
Spring preload is increased (suspen-
sion is harder).
Direction "b"
Spring preload is decreased (suspen-
sion is softer).
a
1
2
1
2
3
4
5
Spring preload adjusting positions
Minimum
1
Standard
2
Maximum
5
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EAS2DM1028

CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL

1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface.
TIP
• Place the vehicle on the centerstand.
• Make sure the vehicle is upright.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for several min-
utes, and then turn it off.
3. Remove:
• Dipstick "1"
4. Check:
• Engine oil level
The engine oil level should be between the
minimum level mark "a" and maximum level
mark "b".
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b
3
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Below the minimum level mark → Add the
recommended engine oil to the proper level.
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TIP
• Before checking the engine oil level, wait a few
minutes until the oil has settled.
• Do not screw the dipstick in when inspecting
the oil level.
b
a
-20 -10
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ECA2DM1028
NOTICE
Do not allow foreign materials to enter the
crankcase.
5. Start the engine, warm it up for several min-
utes, and then turn it off.
6. Check the engine oil level again.
TIP
Before checking the engine oil level, wait a few
minutes until the oil has settled.
7. Install:
• Dipstick
3-18
1
Recommended brand
YAMALUBE
Type
SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, 15W-40,
20W-40 or 20W-50
Recommended engine oil grade
API service SG type or higher,
JASO standard MA
0 10 20 30 40 50 ˚C
SAE 10W-30
SAE 10W-40
SAE 10W-50
SAE 15W-40
SAE 20W-40
SAE 20W-50