KTM 450 SMR 2021, Owner'S Manual

Page: 111 / 139

SERVICE WORK ON THE ENGINE 17
109
Danger
Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are toxic and inhal-
ing them may result in unconsciousness and death.
–
Always make sure there is sufficient ventilation
when running the engine.
–
Use effective exhaust extraction when starting or
running the engine in an enclosed space.
–
Start the engine and check for leaks.
Finishing work
–
Check the engine oil level. ( p. 106)
17.4 Adding engine oil
Info
Too little engine oil or poor-quality engine oil will result in premature wear of the engine.
401955-10
Main work
–
Remove filler plug
1
with the O-ring.
–
Add the same engine oil used when the last oil change was
carried out.
Engine oil (SAE 10W/50) ( p. 126)
Info
For optimal performance of the engine oil, do not mix
different types of engine oil.
KTM recommends changing the engine oil where neces-
sary.
–
Mount and tighten the filler plug together with the O-ring.
Danger
Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are toxic and inhal-
ing them may result in unconsciousness and death.
–
Always make sure there is sufficient ventilation
when running the engine.
–
Use effective exhaust extraction when starting or
running the engine in an enclosed space.
–
Start the engine and check for leaks.
Finishing work
–
Check the engine oil level. ( p. 106)