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12.Mark the top dead center posi-
tion on the “cap type” filter
wrench or on the oil filter. Use
an oil filter wrench to tighten
the filter 2 turns or to specified
torque.
Oil filter tightening torque:
20 N·m (2.0 kgf-m, 14.5 lbf-ft)
13.Pour 3300 ml (3.5 US qt) of
new engine oil through the
filler hole and install the filler
cap. Be sure to always use the
specified engine oil described
in the FUEL, ENGINE OIL
AND COOLANT RECOM-
MENDATIONS section.
NOTE: About 3100 ml (3.3 US qt)
of oil will be required when chang-
ing oil only.
14.Reinstall the oil filler cap.
15.Start the engine (while the
motorcycle is outside on level
ground) and allow it to idle for
a few minutes.
16.Turn the engine off and wait
approximately 3 minutes.
Recheck the oil level on the
engine oil inspection window.
The engine oil level should be
at the “F” (full) mark. If it is
lower than the “L” mark, add oil
until it reaches the “F” mark.
Inspect the area around the
drain plug and oil filter for
leaks.
Mark top dead center
Oil filter wrench
In the position at
which the filter
gasket first contacts
the mounting
surface.
Tighten the filter 2 turns or
to specified torque.
CAUTION
Engine damage may occur if
you use oil that does not meet
Suzuki’s specifications.
Use the oil specified in the
FUEL, ENGINE OIL AND COOL-
ANT RECOMMENDATIONS sec-
tion.
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