Engine Oil - BMW R 1200 GS Adventure Manual

1 Extending tool holder
Adapters to accommodate all
tools
Removing and installing spark
plugs
2 1/4" bits
5x Torx, for example for remov-
ing and installing rear wheel
2x cross-head bits
1x plain screwdriver bit
3 3/8" adapter for socket-
head screws, w/f 22
Removing and installing front
axle
4 Electric torch
LED bulb
5 Socket
3x open-ended spanner, for
example for connecting and
disconnecting leads to battery
terminals
6 Adapter
Adapter for 1/4" bits
9x12 mm and 3/8" swivel ad-
apters

Engine oil

Checking engine oil level
The engine can seize if the
oil level is low, and this can
lead to accidents.
Always make sure that the oil
level is correct.
The oil level varies with the
temperature of the oil. The
higher the temperature, the high-
er the level of oil in the sump.
Checking the oil level with the
engine cold or after no more than
a short ride will lead to misinter-
pretation; this in turn, means that
the engine will be operated with
the incorrect quantity of oil.
In order to ensure that the en-
gine oil level is read correctly,
check the oil level only after a
lengthy trip.
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and place the motor-
cycle on its centre stand.
Wait five minutes after switch-
ing off the engine at operating
temperature.
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