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1. Place the motor in a vertical position, then
remove the motor cover
1
by unlocking the
lever
2
.
2. Pull out the oil dipstick
3
and wipe oil off
with a clean cloth.
NOTE:
If the engine oil is contaminated or discolored,
replace with fresh engine oil. Refer to the
ENGINE OIL section.
3. Insert the dipstick all the way into the engine,
then remove it again.
UPPER LIMIT
LOWER LIMIT
The oil on the dipstick should be between the
upper and lower limits shown on the dipstick. If
the oil level indication is near the lower limit,
add enough oil to raise the level to the upper
limit.
To fill the engine with oil:
1. Remove the oil filler cap.
2. Fill with recommended engine oil to the
upper level.
3. Tighten the oil filler cap securely.
NOTICE
Running the engine with an excessive
amount of oil can damage the engine.
Do not overfill the engine with oil.