Service Work On The Engine; Checking The Engine Oil Level; Changing The Engine Oil And Filter, Cleaning The Oil Screens - KTM 690 Duke AUS/UK 2014 Owner's Manual

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SERVICE WORK ON THE ENGINE

17.1

Checking the engine oil level

Info
The engine oil level must be checked at normal engine operating temperature.
17.2

Changing the engine oil and filter, cleaning the oil screens

Warning
Danger of scalding Engine oil and gear oil get very hot when the motorcycle is ridden.
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Wear appropriate protective clothing and safety gloves. In case of burns, rinse immediately with lukewarm water.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
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Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
Condition
The engine is at operating temperature.
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Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface.
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Check the engine oil level.
Info
After switching off the engine, wait one minute before checking the level.
The engine oil must be between the lower and upper edge of the oil level viewer.
» If the engine oil level is not at the specified level:
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Add the engine oil. (
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