ENGINE
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Repair and Service Manual
Read all of Section B and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to all Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers
Inspect the new oil filter for any defects, apply engine oil
to the ’O’ ring seal and install the new oil filter onto the
engine until the seal contacts mounting surface of the
engine. Then turn the filter 2/3 to 3/4 rotation by hand.
Pour in the specified type and amount of oil.
Oil capacity is 1.4 quarts (1.3 liters). Add slightly less
than 1.4 quarts (1.3 liters) to allow for possible residual
oil left in engine (Ref. Fig. 8). The oil must be high qual-
ity oil that meets or exceeds API SF, SG, CC standards
(Ref. Fig. 3). Check oil level on dipstick. Oil should be
slightly below ‘H’ to allow for expansion. If necessary,
continue to add oil slowly and allow time for oil to flow
down into engine. Check oil level on dipstick.
Do NOT
overfill.
Do NOT overfill engine. Too much oil may cause smoking
or allow oil to enter the air filter enclosure.
Fig. 8 Add Engine Oil
Both the oil dipstick and fill cap must be in place before operat-
ing the engine. Failure to install the dipstick and fill cap will
result in oil being discharged into the engine compartment.
As a final check, check the oil level again with the vehi-
cle on level ground. Like all liquids, oil increases in vol-
ume when warm. The full ‘H’ mark on the dipstick is
calibrated for an engine at operating temperature. When
the engine is cold, the oil will be below the ’H’ mark. The
engine can be operated safely as long as the oil is within
the safe operating range as indicated on the dipstick.
Do
NOT operate vehicle if oil level is below the safe
area indicated on the dipstick.
AIR FILTER INSPECTION/REPLACE-
MENT
Fig. 9 Air Filter Assembly
The air filter assembly on the vehicle is a dry unit. Do not use
oil on the filter element or any part of the unit.
The air cleaner may be accessed by raising the seat.
Unsnap two clips that secure the cover (2) to the canis-
ter (1) and remove the cover. Remove the air filter ele-
ment (3) and clean the inside of the cover, canister and
dust collector. Inspect the air filter element (3) and
replace it in accordance with the Periodic Service
Schedule. Install the air filter element (3) and replace
the cover (2). Be sure the cover is properly seated and
all clips are fastened securely.
Cleaning the Air Filter Element
Do NOT use compressed air to clean the air filter. Doing
so will damage the filter and will damage the engine.
If the element is in acceptable condition, loose dirt may
be removed by tapping the filter lightly
.
Do NOT use oil
on the filter element or any part of the unit. Install the
element in the same way it was removed, being sure
that the cover clips are fastened securely.
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