Engine Oil; Air Cleaner - Honda GS160 Owner's Manual

Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or oil/gasoline mixture.
Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank.
 WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive, and you can be
burned or seriously injured when refueling.
• Stop engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away.
• Refuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
Adding Fuel
See Figure 7, page 3.
1. Remove the fuel tank cap.
2. Add fuel to the bottom of the fuel level limit [1] in the neck of the
fuel tank. Do not overfill. Wipe up spilled fuel before starting the
engine.
3. Install the fuel tank cap and tighten it until it clicks.
Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from the fueling source and
site before starting the engine.
NOTICE
Fuel can damage paint and some types of plastic. Be careful not to
spill fuel when filling your fuel tank. Damage caused by spilled fuel is
not covered under your Distributor's Limited Warranty.
Fuel Storage Container
Store your gasoline in a clean, plastic, sealed container designed for
fuel storage. Close the vent (if equipped) when not in use, and store
the container away from direct sunlight. If it takes more than 3 months
to use the fuel in the container, we suggest adding a fuel stabilizer to
the fuel when you fill the container. If you have some fuel left in the
storage container at the end of the season, the Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) suggests adding the gasoline to your
vehicle's gas tank (http://epa.gov/reg5oair/mobile/winter.html).

ENGINE OIL

Oil is a major factor affecting performance and service life. Always
change the oil in accordance with the maintenance schedule
(page 6).
Recommended Oil
See Figure 8, page 3.
Use 4-stroke motor oil that meets or exceeds the requirements for API
service category SJ or later. Always check the API service label on
the oil container to be sure it includes the letters SJ or later.
SAE 10W-30 is recommended for general use. Other viscosities
shown in the chart may be used when the average temperature in
your area is within the indicated range.
Oil Level Check
See Figure 8, page 3.
1. Check the oil with the engine stopped and level.
2. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick [1] and wipe it clean.
3. Insert the oil filler cap/dipstick into the oil filler neck as shown, but
do not screw it in, and then remove it to check the oil level.
4. If the oil level is near or below the lower limit mark [2] on the
dipstick, fill with the recommended oil to the upper limit mark [3].
Do not overfill.
5. Reinstall the oil filler cap/dipstick [1].
Oil Change
See Figure 9, page 3.
Drain the engine oil when the engine is warm. Warm oil drains quickly
and completely.
1. Place a suitable container next to the engine to catch the used oil.
2. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick [1], and the oil drain plug [2] and
washer [3].
3. Allow the used oil to drain completely; then reinstall the drain plug
and new washer. Tighten the drain plug securely.
Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is compatible
with the environment. We suggest you take used oil in a sealed
container to your local recycling center or service station for
reclamation. Do not throw it in the trash, pour it on the ground, or
pour it down a drain.
4. With the engine in a level position, fill to the upper limit mark
(bottom edge of the oil fill hole) on the dipstick with the
recommended oil. Do not overfill.
Capacity: 20 oz (0.58 L)
NOTICE
Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine damage.
This type of damage is not covered by the Distributor's Limited
Warranty.
5. Reinstall the oil filler cap/dipstick [1] securely.

AIR CLEANER

A properly maintained air filter will help prevent dirt from entering your
engine. Dirt entering the carburetor can be drawn into small passages
in the carburetor and cause premature engine wear. These small
passages can become blocked, causing starting or running problems.
You will need to clean the filter more frequently if you operate the
engine in very dusty areas.
NOTICE
Operating the engine without an air filter, or with a damaged filter, will
allow dirt to enter the engine, causing rapid engine wear. This type of
damage is not covered under your Distributor's Limited Warranty.
Inspection
See Figure 10 on page
1. Press the latch tabs [1] on the top of the air cleaner cover [2], and
remove the cover.
2. Remove the foam element [3] from the air cleaner cover.
3. Remove the grid [4] from the paper element [5].
4. Check both elements to be sure they are clean and in good
condition.
5. Reinstall the grid over the paper element. Make sure that the grid
completely surrounds the paper pleats.
6. Reinstall the foam element in the air cleaner cover.
7. Set the paper element and screen grid in the air cleaner body, and
then install the air cleaner cover.
Cleaning
1. Tap the filter [5] several times on a hard surface to remove dirt, or
blow compressed air not exceeding 30 psi (207 kPa) through the
filter from the clean side that faces the engine. Never try to brush
off dirt. Brushing will force dirt into the fibers.
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