ENOM00081-A
Oil level checking
If the oil level is low, or too high, the life
of the engine will be shortened signifi-
cantly.
1. Stop the engine and set it in a vertical
position.
2. Remove the top cowl.
3. Remove the dipstick after 5 minutes
engine has stopped.
4. Wipe oil off the oil dipstick with a
clean rag.
5. Put in the dipstick.
6. Take out the dipstick and check the oil
level.
7. Return the dipstick.
8. Reinstall the top cowl.
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1. Oil filler cap (Dipstick)
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2
1. Upper lever 450 mL
2. Lower lever 350 mL
ENON00024-0
Note
The oil level should be checked when the
engine is cold.
ENON00025-0
Note
Consult with an authorized dealer if the
engine oil is milky color, or appears con-
taminated.
ENOM00082-A
Engine oil replenishing
ENOW00079-A
Do not add engine oil of brand and grade
other than existing one. In case engine oil
of other brand or grade is added, drain all
oil and ask dealer for treatment.
In case other than engine oil such as gaso-
line is put in the oil chamber, empty the
chamber and ask dealer for treatment.
When replenishing engine oil, be careful
not to allow entry of foreign matters such
as dust and water into oil chamber.
Wipe off engine oil well immediately if
spilled and dispose of it in accordance
with local fire prevention and environ-
ment protection regulations.
ENOF00446-0
Do not replenish engine oil over upper
limit. If overfilled, remove oil to upper
limit. If engine oil is over the upper limit, it
can leak potentially leading to engine
damage.
If the oil level is low, or at lowest mark,
add recommended oil to the middle dip-
stick mark.
ENOF00447-0
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
CAUTION
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