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NOTE: If the screen or gasket is damaged in any
way, it must be replaced.
3. Install the spark arrester assembly and gasket and
secure with the cap screws. Tighten the cap screws to
48 in.-lb.
Engine/Transmission Oil -
Filter
OIL - FILTER
Change the engine oil and oil filter at the scheduled inter-
vals. The engine should always be warm when the oil is
changed so the oil will drain easily and completely.
NOTE: To change oil and filter, the seats and cen-
ter console must be removed.
1. Park the vehicle on level ground.
2. Remove the drain plug from the bottom of the engine
and drain the oil into a drain pan; then remove the
seat, seat back, and seat base.
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3. Using the Oil Filter Wrench and a ratchet handle (or
a socket or box-end wrench), remove the old oil fil-
ter.
NOTE: Clean up any excess oil after removing
the filter.
4. Apply oil to a new filter O-ring and check to make
sure it is positioned correctly; then install the new oil
filter. Tighten securely.
5. Install the engine drain plug and tighten to 16 ft-lb.
Pour the specified amount of the recommended oil in
the filler hole.
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6. Start the engine (while the vehicle is outside on level
ground) and allow it to idle for a few minutes.
7. Turn the engine off and wait approximately one min-
ute; then unscrew the oil level stick and wipe it with
a clean cloth.
8. Install the oil level stick and thread into the engine
case.
9. Remove the oil level stick; the oil level must be
within the operating range but not exceeding the
upper mark.
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10. Inspect the area around the drain plug and oil filter
for leaks.
CAUTION
Any oil used in place of the recommended oil could
cause serious engine damage. Do not use oils which
contain graphite or molybdenum additives. These
oils can adversely affect clutch operation. Also, not
recommended are racing, vegetable, non-detergent,
and castor-based oils.
CAUTION
Do not over-fill the engine with oil. Always make
sure that the oil level is not above the upper mark.
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