Suzuki V Storm, Owner'S Manual

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NOTE: To tighten the oil filter
properly, it is important to accu-
rately identify the position at
which the filter gasket first con-
tacts the mounting surface.
9. Mark the top dead center posi-
tion on the “cap type” filter
wrench or on the oil filter. Use
an oil filter wrench to tighten
the filter 2 turns or to specified
torque.
Oil filter tightening torque:
20 N·m (2.0 kgf-m, 14.5 lbf-ft)
CAUTION
Using an oil filter with the
wrong design or thread specifi-
cations can cause oil leaks or
engine damage.
Use a genuine SUZUKI oil filter
or an equivalent filter designed
for your motorcycle.
Mark top dead center
Oil filter wrench
In the position at
which the filter
gasket first contacts
the mounting
surface.
Tighten the filter 2 turns or
to specified torque.