Section04ENGINE
Subsection 07 (LUBRICATION SYSTEM)
GENERAL
Prior to changing the oil, ensure vehicle is on a
level surface.
Oil and oil filter must be replaced at the same
time. Oil change and oil filter replacement should
be done with a warm engine.
WARNING
The engine oil can be very hot. Wait until en-
gine oil is warm.
dispose oil and filter as per your local environmen-
tal regulations.
OIL LEVEL VERIFICATION
CAUTION: Check level frequently and refill if
necessary. Do not overfill, it would make the
engine smoke and reduce its power. Operating
the engine with an improper level may severely
damage engine. Wipe off any spillage.
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1. Dipstick
Check the oil level as follows:
NOTE: Before checking the oil level on this en-
gine, it is necessary to let it idle for 30 seconds
before shutting it off. Thereafter it is necessary
to wait 30 seconds. Then, the oil can be checked.
This is required to allow the oil to properly level
in the different oil chambers. Otherwise, you will
have a false oil level reading.
– Vehicle must be level. Engine should be warm.
– Warm-up engine then let idle for 30 seconds
before stopping.
– Stop engine.
– Wait at least 30 seconds then pull dipstick out
and wipe clean.
WARNING
Engine oil may be hot. Certain components
in the engine compartment may be very hot.
Direct contact may result in skin burn.
– Reinstall dipstick, push in completely.
– Remove dipstick and read oil level. It should be
between marks.
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1. Full
2. Add
3. Operating range
NOTE: There is a capacity of 1 L (34 U.S. oz) be-
tween the two marks.
– Otherwise, add oil until its level is between
marks as required.
– To add oil, unscrew oil cap. Place a funnel into
the opening and add the recommended oil to
the proper level. Do not overfill.
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