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PERIODIC SERVICE
ENGLISH
6. To check the oil level. Remove the dipstick, wipe it
clean, insert it and draw it out again. Check to see that
the oil level is between the 2 marks.
7. Reinstall the oil fill cap and tighten it securely.
Reinstall the dipstick.
A
To prevent extensive engine wear or damage, always
maintain the proper oil level in the crankcase. Never
operate the engine with the oil level below "LOWER
LEVEL" or over "UPPER LEVEL" on the dipstick.
B
Replacing Transmission Oil Filter
Cartridge
To avoid serious injury:
A
Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key
before changing the oil filter cartridge.
A
Allow transmission case to cool down
sufficiently; oil can be hot and may cause
burns.
1. The oil filter cartridge must be changed every 200
service hours.
2. Remove rear cover.
3. Remove the oil filter cartridge by using the filter
wrench.
4. Lightly tighten the screw (A) by using a screwdriver.
5. Apply a slight coat of oil onto the gasket of new filter.
6. To install the new cartridge, screw it in by hand. Over
tightening may cause deformation of the rubber
gasket.
7. Assemble the rear cover.
(1) Oil level dipstick
(A) "UPPER LEVEL"
(B) "LOWER LEVEL"
(1) Transmission oil filter cartridge
(2) Rear cover
(1) Transmission oil filter cartridge
(2) Gasket