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4. Start the engine and let it warm up for several
5. Stop the engine and check the oil level again.
Note :
Wait a few minutes until the oil settles before
checking the oil level.
Note :
Never remove the dipstick just after high speed
operation because the heated oil could spurt out.
Wait until the oil cools down before removing the
dipstick.
6. Install:
·console
·passenger seat
·driver seat
Refer to “SEATS” in chapter 5.
CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL
. Place the vehicle on a level surface.
1. Start the engine and let it warm up for several
minutes.
2. Stop the engine and place an oil pan under the
engine.
3. Remove:
·driver seat
·passenger seat
·console
4. Remove:
·engine oil filler plug (dipstick) ①
·engine oil drain bolt Drain the engine oil from the ②
crankcase.
5. If the oil filter cartridge is also to be replaced,
perform the following procedure.
· Remove the oil filter cartridge ① with an oil filte
wrench .②
· Lubricate the O-ring of the new oil filter③ cartridge
with a thin coat of lithium-soap-based grease.
Note :
Make sure that the O-ring ③ is positioned
correctly in the groove of the oil filter cartridge.
·Tighten the new oil filter cartridge to specification