APRILIA Atlantic 500 Workshop Manual page 36

Periodic Maintenance Operations
• Unscrew and remove cap/dipstick (1).
• Clean dipstick with a clean cloth.
• Completely screw the cap-dipstick (1) into the
filling hole (2).
• Remove the cap-dipstick (1) again and check the
oil level:
MAX = maximum level
MIN = minimum level
• The oil level is correct when it reaches the "MAX"
mark on the dipstick.
CAUTION
The oil level should never exceed the "MAX" mark
or go below the "MIN" mark in order to prevent
serious damages to the engine.
• Top up if necessary.
TOPPING UP
• Pour a small amount of oil in the filling hole (2)
and wait until the oil starts flowing into the crank-
case.
• Check the oil level, top up if necessary.
• Add small quantities of oil until the prescribed level
is reached.
• Afterwards, screw and tighten the cap-dipstick (1).
SAE80W/90 OIL EXCEEDING THE API GL3 SPECI-
FICATIONS.
WARNING
Do not use the vehicle if lubrication is insufficient.
Never use unsuitable or contaminated lubricants
as they accelerate the wear and tear of moving
parts and can cause irreparable damage.
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Atlantic 500
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