TOHATSU MFS 8A3, Owner'S Manual

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Maintaining engine oil
If the engine oil is low, the life of the
engine will be shortened significantly.
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Checking oil level
① Stop the engine and set it in a
vertical position.
②
Remove the top cowl.
③
Remove the dipstick.
④
Wipe oil off the oil dipstick with a
clean rag.
⑤
Put in the dipstick.
⑥
Take out the dipstick and check
the oil level.
⑦ Replace the dipstick.
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Replenishing engine oil
If the oil level is low, or at lowest mark,
add recommended oil to the upper
dipstick mark.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Notes
Consult with an authorized dealer
if the engine oil is milky color, or
appears contaminated.
Oil filler cap
Dipstick
Lower Level 600 mL
Upper Level 800 mL
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Do not add engine oil of brand and
grade other than existing one. In
case engine oil of other brand or
grade is added, drain all oil and ask
dealer for treatment.
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In case other than engine oil such
as gasoline is put in the oil chamber,
empty the chamber and ask dealer
for treatment.
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When replenishing engine oil, be
careful not to allow entry of foreign
matters such as dust and water into
oil chamber.
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Wipe off engine oil well immediately
if spilled.
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Do not replenish engine oil over
upper limit. If overfilled, remove oil
to upper limit. If engine oil is over
the upper limit, it can leak potentially
leading to engine damage.
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Notes
The oil level should be checked when
the engine is cold.