Triumph Tiger 1050 2008, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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Maintenance and Adjustment
Oil Level Inspection
1. Filler
2. Filler plug/dipstick
3. Upper marking
4. Lower marking
Note:
• An accurate indication of the level
of oil in the engine is only shown
when the engine oil is at normal
operating temperature, the
motorcycle is upright (not on the
side stand) and the filler
plug/dipstick has been installed
and fully tightened.
Start the engine and run at idle for
approximately five minutes.
Stop the engine and wait for three minutes to
allow the oil to settle.
With the motorcycle upright, remove the filler
plug/dipstick, wipe the blade clean, install and
fully tighten .
Remove the filler plug/dipstick.
The oil level is indicated by lines on the filler
plug/dipstick. When full, the indicated oil
level must be level with the upper marking
on the dipstick.
If the oil level is below the lower marking,
add oil a little at a time until the correct level
is reached. Once the correct level is reached,
install the filler plug/dipstick.
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Warning
Never start the engine or run the engine in
a confined area. Exhaust fumes are
poisonous and can cause loss of
consciousness and death within a short
period of time. Always operate your
motorcycle in the open-air or in an area
with adequate ventilation.
Caution
Running the engine with insufficient oil will
cause engine damage. If the low oil
pressure indicator remains on, stop the
engine immediately and investigate the
cause.