Honda TRX500FM Owner's Manual page 124

Changing Engine Oil & Filter
Refer to Saf ety Precautions
Your ATV's oil filter has very specific performance requirements. Use a
new Honda Genuine oil filter specified for your model or a filter of
equal quality.
Using the wrong oil f ilter may result in leaks or engine damage.
This procedure requires mechanical skill and professional tools such as a
torque wrench and oil filter wrench, as well as a means for disposing of
the drained fluid (page
see your Honda dealer.
Drain the Engine Oil:
1. With the ATV on the level ground, remove the left engine sub cover
(page 113 ) and the oil filler cap/dipstick from the rear crankcase.
2. Place an oil drain pan under the crankcase and remove the engine oil
drain plug ( ) and sealing washer ( ). 1
UNDER ENGINE
(1)
(1) engine oil drain plug
Engine Oil & Filter
on page 95 .
180 ). If you do not have the skills or the tools,
2
(2)
(2) sealing washer
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