BMW 2012 R 1200 GS, Rider'S Manual

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1 Extension for hook wrench
2 Hook wrench
Adjusting spring preload
on front wheel (
54).
3 Extension for screwdriver
insert
Adjusting damping on
rear wheel (
56).
Engine oil
Checking engine oil level
The oil level varies with
the temperature of the
oil. The higher the temperature,
the higher the level of oil in the
sump. Checking the oil level with
the engine cold or after a short
trip leads to misinterpretations
and therefore to incorrect oil fill
quantities.
To ensure that the display of the
engine oil level is correct, only
check the oil level after a longer
trip.
Switch off engine at operating
temperature.
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place motorcycle on
center stand.
Wait five minutes to allow oil to
collect in oil pan.
Read off the oil level from the
display
1 .
Specified level of engine
oil
between MIN and MAX
marking
8
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