BRISTERS CHUCK WAGON, Operator'S Manual

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Section 5 Maintenance
Engine Oil
A general description for engine oil maintenance,
recommendations, and capacities is provided below
See Eng
.
ine Operator’s Manual for a detailed description.
Note:
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Note:
illing of oil level can cause loss of
power, engine damage and void engine warranty.
Engin
Ref
REMOV
EAS
ap/dipstick location: At front end of engine
of
J, SL or Equivalent
Honda Engine Oil Capacity: 1.16 US qts. /1.1 liters
Engine Oil Maintenance Schedule
* Check oil level after each use.
* Make first oil change after the first month of operation
or at 20 hours of operation (whichever comes first).
* Make all subsequent oil changes every 6 months or
every 100 hours of operation (whichever comes first).
Engine Oil Level Check
Refer to Figure 5-4
Check engine oil daily with filler cap/dipstick located at
1. Park Vehicle on a level surface, set park brake,
turn off ignition switch, and remove switch key.
2. Remove filler cap/dipstick and wipe it clean.
3. Insert and remove dipstick without screwing it
into the fill neck. Check oil level shown on
ly.
herefore,
rain used engine oil while engine is still warm as
llows:
on a level surface, set park brake,
turn off ignition switch, and remove switch key.
tch
and then
reinstall and tighten drain plug securely.
at is
Running engine low on oil can cause
ine damage and void engine warranty.
Overf
e Oil Fill and Drain Locations
er to Figure 5-4
E SEAT (and plastic tray if equipped) FOR
Y ACCESS
* Filler c
* Drain plug location: At rear end of engine
Type of Lubrication: SAE 30, with API classification *
S
*
* Subaru Engine Oil Capacity: 1.1 US qts. / 1.0 liters
* Quantity: Fill oil to outer edge of oil fill hole.
the engine rear end as follows:
dipstick.
4. Fill to edge of oil fill hole with recommended oil
when oil levels are low.
5. Replace filler cap/dipstick and tighten secure
Engine Oil Change
Warms oil drains quickly and completely. T
d
fo
1. Park vehicle
2. Place a suitable container below engine to ca
used oil. Remove filler cap/dipstick and drain
plug.
3. Allow used oil to drain completely
4. Dispose of used motor oil in a manner th
compatible with the environment. Do not throw
used oil in the trash. Do not pour it on the
ground, or down a drain.
5. Fill oil to the outer edge of the oil fill hole with
recommended oil. Engine must be level when
filling.
6. Replace filler cap/dipstick and tighten securely.
NOTE:
TO DRAIN OIL REMOVE REAR OIL DRAIN PLUG
Engine Oil Drain, Fill & Check Locations
Figure 5-4
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