18 SERVICE WORK ON THE ENGINE 103
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Condition
The engine is at operating temperature.
– Check the engine oil level.
Info
After switching off the engine, wait one minute before checking the
level.
The engine oil is at a level between the lower edge
and the middle of the
level viewer
.
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If the engine oil is not up to the lower edge
of the level viewer:
– Add engine oil. ( p. 105)
18.3 Changing the engine oil and oil filter, cleaning the oil screen
Warning
Danger of scalding Engine and gear oil get very hot when the motorcycle is ridden.
– Wear suitable protective clothing and safety gloves.
– In the event of scalding, rinse the area affected immediately with lukewarm water.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
– Dispose of oils, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning agents, brake fluid, etc., correctly and in compliance with the applicable regu-
lations.
Info
Drain engine oil with engine at operating temperature.
Preparatory work
– Park the motorcycle on a level surface.
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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.
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–
Remove screw plug
with oil screen
and the O-rings.
– Completely drain the engine oil.
– Thoroughly clean the parts and sealing surfaces.
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–
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.