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3.2.4 Take out dip stick and check the level of oil,
as shown in fig. 9. Oil level should be
above lower level make and below upper
level mark.
3.2.5 If level is less add Engine Oil to maintain
correct level.
3.2.6 Refix the dipstick.
3.2.7 Wipe off any excess oil which may have
been spilled.
3.2.8 Refit the cowl.
3.3
Spark plug cleaning:
3.3.1 Remove the right hand cowl.
3.3.2 Disconnect the HT lead cable (Fig. 42).
3.3.3 Wipe & clean the area around the spark
plug.
3.3.4 Using the box spanner, unscrew the spark
plug (Fig. 43).
Fig. 41
4. BATTERY
CHECKING
Fig. 42
Fig. 43
3.3.5 Clean out any excessive carbon deposit.
3.3.6 Refix the spark plug back to its position.
3.3.7 Refit the cowl.
If you have a feeler gauge you can check
the gap between the electrodes in the
spark plug. This gap should be 0.7-0.8 mm
(fig. 41). To adjust the gap again, it is better
to go to an authorised LML assistance
centre.
Battery requires regular and thorough
maintenance as advised below:
4.1.1 The level of electrolyte must always be
in between the upper and lower levels
marked on the battery. Normally a
constant level in the specified range is
maintained for about two months or
approximately 2000 kms (Fig. 44).
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4.1.2 The level of electrolyte should be
checked once in a month. In case of a
normal decrease (0,5 cm) put in distilled
water only so as to reach the upper level
indicated on the battery. If there is a
marked drop in the electrolyte level
(1 cm or more) have the battery
checked at an authorised LML
assistance centre.
Caution:
1. Battery should be removed if the vehicle is to be
washed lying on its side.
2. Use only 8 Amp fuse to prevent serious damage to
the wiring harness & battery. Ignition switch should
be in "off" position while replacing fus
Fig. 44
4.2
Removal and refitting the battery
4.2.1 Turn the ignition key to "off" position.
4.2.2 Remove the left hand side cowl as
explained on page 30.
4.2.3
Remove the screw securing ground
cable (black) connected to the negative
(–) battery terminal by using the end of
the screw driver from your tool kit.
(Fig. 45)
4.2.4
Similarly follow the procedure for
removing the red cable connected to
the positive (+) battery terminal.
4.2.5
Remove the battery and the acid
discharge tube.
4.2.6 Detach the fastener belt and take out the
battery.
Precaution:
Keep the battery and bleeder tube away from the
vehicle to avoid any damage to the painted surface of
the scooter due to leakage or spillage of battery
electrolyte.
4.3
Installation:
4.3.1 Clean the battery box.
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