MAINTENANCE
2-20
NOTE: A rising oil level between checks in cool
weather driving can indicate contaminants such as
gas or moisture collecting in the crankcase. If the oil
level is over the full mark, change the oil immediately.
8. Reinstall the dipstick and seat the lever lock.
ENGINE OIL AND FILTER SERVICE
Always change engine oil and filter at the intervals outlined in
the Periodic Maintenance Chart. Always change the oil filter
whenever changing the engine oil.
Personal injury can occur when handling used oil.
Hot oil can cause burns or skin damage.
Recommended Engine Oil:
Synthetic SAE 0W-40 Above 0°
°°
°C (32°
°°
°F)
Semi-Synthetic SAE 20W-40 Below 0°
°°
°C (32°
°°
°F)
1. Position vehicle on a level surface.
2. Clean area around oil drain plug at bottom of engine.
CAUTION
Hot oil can cause serious burns to skin. Do not
allow hot oil to come in contact with skin.
3. Place a drain pan beneath engine crankcase and remove the
drain plug.
4. Allow oil to drain completely.
5. Replace the sealing washer on drain cap.
NOTE: The sealing surface on the drain plug should
be clean and free of burrs, nicks or scratches.
6. Reinstall drain plug and torque to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
7. Place shop towels beneath oil filter. Using Oil Filter
Wrench, turn the oil filter counter-clockwise to remove it.
8. Using a clean dry cloth, clean filter sealing surface on the
crankcase.
9. Lubricate O-ring on new filter can with a film of fresh
engine oil. Check to make sure the O-ring is in good condition.
10. Install new filter can and turn by hand until filter gasket
contacts the sealing surface then turn an additional 1/2 turn.
11. Remove dipstick and fill sump with 1800cc 0W-40
synthetic oil.
8. Start the engine and let it idle for one to two minutes.
12. Stop the engine and inspect for leaks.
13. Re-check the oil level on the dipstick and add oil as
necessary to bring the level to the upper mark on the dipstick.
14. Dispose of used oil and oil filter properly.
ENGINE BREATHER HOSE INSPECTION
The engine is equipped with a breather hose. Inspect the
breather hose for possible kinks or wear. The hose is form
fitted for a proper fit. Follow the breather hose from the side of
the air cleaner to the engine valve cover.
NOTE: Make sure line is not kinked or pinched.
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