17 SERVICE WORK ON THE ENGINE 86
Info
After switching off the engine, wait one minute before checking the
level.
The engine oil is at a level between the middle
and upper edge
of the
level viewer.
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If the engine oil is not up to the middle
of the level viewer:
– Add engine oil. ( p. 88)
17.3 Changing the engine oil and oil filter, cleaning the oil screen
Warning
Danger of scalding Engine oil and gear oil get very hot when the motorcycle is ridden.
– Wear appropriate protective clothing and safety gloves. In case of burns, rinse immediately with lukewarm water.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
– Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
Info
Drain the engine oil only when the engine is warm.
Preparatory work
– Park the motorcycle on a level surface.
S00710-10
Main work
– Place a suitable container under the engine.
–
Remove oil drain plug
with the magnet and seal ring.
Info
Do not remove screws
on both sides.
S00711-10
–
Remove screw plug
with oil screen
and the O-rings.
– Completely drain the engine oil.
– Thoroughly clean the parts and sealing surfaces.
S00712-10
–
Position oil screen
with the O-rings on a pin wrench.
– Position the pin wrench through the drilled hole of the screw plug in the opposite
section of the engine case.
– Push the oil screen all the way into the engine case.