KTM 1190 RC8 R Track, Owner'S Manual

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SERVICE WORK ON THE ENGINE
90
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Mount screw

.
Danger
Danger of poisoning
Exhaust gases are poisonous and inhaling them may
result in unconsciousness and/or death.
–
When running the engine, always make sure there is sufficient ventila-
tion, and do not start or run the engine in an enclosed space without an
effective exhaust extraction system.
–
Start the engine and check that it is oil-tight.
–
Check the engine oil level. ( p. 87)
16.7
Adding engine oil
Info
Too little engine oil or poor-quality engine oil results in premature wear to the engine.
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Check the engine oil level. ( p. 87)
101216-10
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Remove screw

and add engine oil.
Condition
External temperature:
≥
0 °C (
≥
32 °F)
Engine oil (SAE 10W/50) ( p. 118)
Condition
External temperature: < 0 °C (< 32 °F)
Engine oil (SAE 5W/40) ( p. 118)
Info
For optimal performance of the engine oil, do not mix different types of
engine oil.
If appropriate, change the engine oil.
–
Mount screw

.
Danger
Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are poisonous and inhaling them may
result in unconsciousness and/or death.
–
When running the engine, always make sure there is sufficient ventila-
tion, and do not start or run the engine in an enclosed space without an
effective exhaust extraction system.
–
Start the engine and check that it is oil-tight.
–
Check the engine oil level. ( p. 87)