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Figure 36
1.
Knob
2.
Front engine panel
2. Remove the oil filler cap and the dipstick (Figure 37).
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2
Figure 37
1.
Engine
2.
Oil fill cap
3. To add oil to the engine, locate and use a hose and
funnel for adding oil (Figure 38).
4. Add oil slowly, checking the level with the dipstick
frequently until the level reaches the upper hole on
the dipstick. For the correct oil type and viscosity
to use in different temperature conditions, refer to
Servicing the Engine Oil in Engine Maintenance ,
page 31, ).
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2
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Figure 38
1.
Engine oil
2.
Funnel and hose
Important:
Add the oil very slowly and do not
block the opening of the filler hole (Figure 39).
If you add oil too fast or block the hole, the oil
could back up and foul the air intakes, causing
engine damage.
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Figure 39
1.
Note the clearance left in the filler opening.
5. Replace the dipstick and install the front engine
panel.
6. Start the engine and run it at idle for 5 minutes.
7. Shut off the engine.
8. Wait 3 minutes and check the oil level.
9. Add oil, if required, to bring the level to the upper
hole on the dipstick.
10. Replace the dipstick and , filler cap, and the front
engine panel.
11. Check for leaks.
Important:
Do not overfill the crankcase with
oil because this may cause engine damage.
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