KYMCO AHG5, Service Manual

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3. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
DT X360
3-11
9. Engine Oil
9.1. Engine oil
recommendation
Use a premium quality 4-stroke motor oil to
ensure longer service life of your scooter.
Use only oils which are rated, SJ under the
API service classification. The
recommended viscosity is SAE 5W-50. If
SAE 5W-50 motor oil is not available, select
an alternative according to the right chart.
Engine oil capacity:
At disassembly:
1.2 L (0.968 lmp qt, 1.166 US qt)
At change:
1.0L
9.2. Engine oil level check
Check the engine oil level each day before
riding the scooter.
The level must be maintained between the
upper and lower level marks on the oil filler
cap/dipstick.
1. Start the engine and let it idle for a few
minutes.
2. Stop the engine and put the scooter on
its center stand on level ground.
3. After a few minutes, remove the oil filler
cap/dipstick, wipe it clean, and reinsert
the oil filler cap/dipstick without
screwing it in. Remove the oil filler
cap/dipstick. The oil level should be
between the upper and lower marks on
the oil filler cap/dipstick.
4. If required, add the specified oil up to
the upper level mark. Do not overfill.
5. Reinstall the oil filler cap/dipstick.
Check for oil leaks.
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Let the engine and exhaust system
cool before working in those areas.