Indian Motorcycle 2003 Chief Vintage, Service Manual

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If equipped, install the exhaust pipe-to-transmission
bracket and fasteners, using a 1/2" wrench and a 1/4"
hex bit.
Remove the fill plug and fill the transmission with
20–24 ounces of Indian
®
80-90W transmission oil, or its
equivalent. DO NOT overfill the transmission.
With the motorcycle in a vertical position and on level
ground, insert the fill plug dipstick without threading it
into the hole and check the oil level. It should be
between the notches on the dipstick. If below, add oil to
bring it within the notches. Install the threaded fill plug
and tighten securely, using a 3/8" hex bit.
Thoroughly wipe the bottom of the frame rail and
surrounding parts to remove any spilled oil.
Start the motorcycle and ride it to bring the transmission
oil up to normal operating temperature. Stop the
motorcycle and with the oil warmed, check to ensure
the proper oil level following the procedure below. Add
oil if required.
Check for any oil leaks after riding.
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Make sure the engine is at normal operating
temperature.
Place the motorcycle in a full upright position on level
ground.
Remove the threaded fill plug dipstick.
Clean the dipstick. Then, place it in the housing and
remove it again. DO NOT screw the dipstick into the
housing.
Figure 419 — Checking transmission oil level
Check the oil level on the dipstick. The level should be
between the two notches on the dipstick.
Figure 420 — Fill plug dipstick
If the oil level is too low, carefully add Indian
®
80-90W
transmission oil, or its equivalent. Once the proper oil
level is reached, replace the threaded fill plug and
tighten securely, using a 3/8" hex bit.