PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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NOTICE
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In order to prevent clutch slip-
page (since the transmission oil
also lubricates the clutch), do
not mix any chemical additives.
Do not use oils with a diesel
specification of “CD” or oils of a
higher quality than specified. In
addition, do not use oils labeled
“ENERGY CONSERVING II” or
higher.
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Make sure that no foreign mate-
rial enters the transmission.
7. Start the engine, and then let it idle
for several minutes while checking
it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking, im-
mediately turn the engine off and
check for the cause.
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Coolant
The coolant level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the cool-
ant must be changed at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
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To check the coolant level
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
2. Remove the radiator cap and
check the coolant level in the radi-
ator.
WARNING! Never attempt
to remove the radiator cap when
the engine is hot.
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The coolant level must be checked
on a cold engine since the level
varies with engine temperature.
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Make sure that the vehicle is posi-
tioned straight up when checking
the coolant level. A slight tilt to the
side can result in a false reading.
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The coolant should be at the bottom of
the radiator filler neck. The level will
change with variation of engine temper-
ature.
3. If the coolant is below this level,
add coolant, and then install the
radiator cap.
NOTICE:
If coolant
1. Radiator cap
1. Correct coolant level
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