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Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine
damage. This type of damage is not covered by the
Distributor’s Limited Warranty
The Oil Alert system (applicable types) will automatically
stop the engine before the oil level falls below the safe
limit. However, to avoid the inconvenience of an
unexpected shutdown, always check the engine oil level
before startup.
Oil Change
Drain the used oil when the engine is warm. Warm oil
drains quickly and completely
1- Place a suitable container below the engine to
catch the used oil, then remove the oil filler
cap/dipstick, oil drain plug and sealing washer
2- Allow the used oil to drain completely, then reinstall
the oil drain plug and a new sealing washer, and
tighten the oil drain plug securely.
Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner
that is compatible with the environment. We
suggest you take used oil in a sealed container
to your local recycling center or service station
for reclamation. Do not throw it in the trash, pour
it on the ground, or pour it down a drain
TORQUE:
22.5 N
∙
m (2.29 kgf
∙
m, 17 lbf
∙
ft)
3- With the engine in a level position, fill with the
recommended oil (see page 8) to the upper limit
mark (bottom edge of the oil fill hole) on the
dipstick.
Engine oil capacity: 1.1 L
Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine
damage. This type of damage is not covered by the
Distributor’s Limited Warranty.
The Oil Alert system (applicable types) will automatically
stop the engine before the oil level falls below the safe
limit. However, to avoid the inconvenience of an
unexpected shutdown fill to the upper limit, and check the
oil level regularly.
4- Install the oil filler cap/dipstick and tighten
securely.
REDUCTION CASE OIL (applicable types)
Reccomended oil
Use the same oil that is recommended for the engine
Oil Level Check
Check the reduction case oil level with the engine
stopped and in a level position
1/2 Reduction Case With Centrifugal Clutch
1-
Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick and wipe it
clean
2-
Insert and remove the oil filler cap/dipstick
without screwing it into the filler hole. Check the
oil level shown on the oil filler cap/ dipstick
3-
If the oil level is low, add the recommended oil
to reach the upper limit mark on the dipstick
4-
Screw in the oil filler cap/dipstick and tighten
securely.
Oil Change
Drain the used oil while the engine is warm. Warm oil
drains quickly and completely
1- Place a suitable container below the reduction
case to catch the used oil, then remove the oil
filler cap/dipstick, drain plug and washer
2- Allow the used oil to drain completely, then
reinstall the drain plug and a new washer, and
tighten the plug securely.
Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner
that is compatible with the environment. We
suggest you take used oil in a sealed container
to your local recycling center or service station
for reclamation. Do not throw it in the trash or
pour it on the ground or pour it down a drain
3- With the engine in a level position, fill with the
recommended oi to the upper limit mark on the
dipstick. To check the oil level, insert and
remove the dipstick without screwing it into the
filler hole.
Reduction case oil capacity: 0.30 L
Running the engine with a low transmission oil level can
cause transmission damage.