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MAINTENANCE
Counter Balance Lubrication
400 Engines
The counter balance oil should be
checked semi-annually and oil
should be added or changed as
necessary.
The oil should be
changed annually, especially be-
fore off season storage. If the ma-
chine is used in wet conditions the
oil should be checked more fre-
quently. If the oil has a milky ap-
pearance it should be changed as
soon as possible. Failure to prop-
erly maintain this important area
can result in premature wear or
possible failure of the counter bal-
ance components. Always use
SAE 10W30 oil.
Procedure for Adding Oil
1.Remove seat and locate dipstick.
2.Remove dipstick. Oil level is shown
on dipstick.
3.Add SAE 10W30 oil with a transmis-
sion fluid funnel until oil is at the
proper level on the dipstick.
If
overfilled, excess oil will be ex-
pelled through the vent hose.
4.Reinstall dipstick.
Counter Balance Oil Changing
Procedure
1.Remove skid plate.
2.Remove counter balance drain
plug. Catch used oil and discard
of properly.
3.Clean and reinstall drain plug.
4.Add 10W30 oil to full mark on dip-
stick. Capacity after draining is
approximately 70-75 cc (2.3 - 2.5
oz.).
5.Reinstall dipstick and check for
leaks.
Recoil
Drain
Crankcase Drain
Starter
Pinion Drain
Counter
Balance
Drain
Dipstick
Recommended oil level
Capacity after draining is
approximately 70 - 75cc
Screw dipstick in completely then
remove to check level.
Level
