BMW Motorrad C 400GT, Rider'S Manual

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Engine oil
Checking engine oil level
ATTENTION
Misinterpretation of oil level
reading, because oil level is
temperature-dependent (the
higher the temperature, the
higher the oil level)
Engine damage
Check the oil level only
after a lengthy ride or when
the engine is at operating
temperature.
After switching off the engine,
wait for 1 minute until the oil
level can be observed.
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and place the Scooter,
still at operating temperature,
on its centre stand.
Wipe the area around the oil
filler opening clean.
Remove the oil dipstick 1 .
Clean measuring range 2 of
the oil dipstick with a dry cloth.
Seat the oil dipstick on the oil
filler opening, but do not en-
gage the threads.
Remove the oil dipstick and
check the oil level.
Engine oil, specified level
Between MIN and MAX
marks (Engine at operating
temperature, only place the oil
dipstick in position,
do not
screw in place .)
If the oil level is below the MIN
mark:
Top up the engine oil to the
specified level.
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