KYMCO Downtown 300i ABS, Service Manual

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4. LUBRICATION SYSTEM
4-2
DOWNTOWN 300I ABS
SERVICE INFORMATION
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
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The maintenance of lubrication system can be performed with the engine installed on the frame.
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Drain the coolant before starting any operations.
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Carefully when removing and installing the oil pump not to allow dust and foreign matters to enter
the engine and oil line.
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Do not attempt to disassemble the oil pump. The oil pump must be replaced as a set when it
reaches its service limit.
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After the oil pump is installed, check each part for oil leaks.
SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE OIL
Engine Oil Capacity At disassembly: 1.5 liter At change: 1.3 liter
Recommended Oil SAE5W50# API: SJ
TROUBLESHOOTING
Oil level too low Poor lubrication pressure
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Natural oil consumption
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Oil level too low
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Oil leaks
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Clogged oil filter or oil passage
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Worn piston rings
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Faulty oil pump
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Worn valve guide
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Worn valve guide seal
Oil contamination
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Oil not changed often enough
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Faulty cylinder head gasket
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Loose cylinder head bolts