Yamaha WaveRunner FX140 Assembly Manual page 38

OIL TANK
1. Remove:
• Oil filler cap 1
2. Fill:
• Oil tank
(with the specified amount of the recom-
mended engine oil)
Recommended oil:
SAE 10W-30
API SE, SF, SG, SH, SJ
Oil quantity:
1.8 L (1.9 US qt, 1.6 Imp qt)
CAUTION:
When starting the engine make sure the
dipstick is securely fitted into the oil tank.
3. Install:
• Oil filler cap
4. Check:
• Engine oil level
Checking steps:
CAUTION:
• When checking the oil level in water,
stay clear of other boats. The water-
craft could be drifted away by the cur-
rent or wind.
• Do not run the engine for more than 15
seconds
when checking the oil level on land.
The engine could overheat.
• Do not run the engine with too much or
not enough oil in the oil tank. Oil could
spray out or the engine could be dam-
aged.
• Place the watercraft in a horizontal posi-
tion.
• Remove the front seat.
• Remove the oil filler cap 1 and check for
oil on the dipstick 2.
• If there is no oil on the dipstick, pour
enough oil so that the tip of the dipstick
comes into contact with the oil, and then
install the filler cap.
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