HUSABERG FE 450 AUS, Repair Manual

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38/LUBRICATION SYSTEM
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23.3
Checking the engine oil level
Info
The engine oil level must be checked when the engine is cold.
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Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface.
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Condition
The engine is cold.
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Check the engine oil level.
The engine oil level must be within range

.
Range

above the middle of the
viewer
10 mm (0.39 in)
» If the engine oil level is below the specified level:
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Add engine oil. ( p. 158)
23.4
Adding engine oil
Info
Too little engine oil or poor-quality engine oil results in premature wear to the engine.
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Remove screw connection

and add engine oil.
Engine oil (SAE 10W/50) ( p. 263)
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Mount and tighten screw cap

.
Danger
Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are poisonous and can result in uncon-
sciousness and/or death.
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When running the engine, always make sure there is sufficient venti-
lation, and do not start or run the engine in a closed space without an
effective exhaust extraction system.
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Start the engine and let it run briefly. Stop the engine and check that it is oil-tight.
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Check the engine oil level. ( p. 158)
23.5
Changing the engine oil and oil filter, cleaning the engine oil screen
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Remove the engine guard. ( p. 30)
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Drain engine oil, clean engine oil screen. ( p. 158)
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Remove the oil filter. ( p. 159)
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Install the oil filter. ( p. 160)
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Fill up with engine oil. ( p. 160)
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Install the engine guard. ( p. 30)
23.6
Draining engine oil, cleaning engine oil screen
Warning
Danger of scalding Engine oil and gear oil get very hot when the motocycle is driven.
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Wear suitable protective clothing and protective gloves. If you get scalded, immediately flush the affected areas with luke-
warm water.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
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Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
Info
Drain the engine oil only when the engine is warm.