PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
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CAUTION:
ECA10452
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In order to prevent clutch slip-
page (since the transmission oil
also lubricates the clutch), do
not mix any chemical additives.
Do not use oils with a diesel
specification of “CD” or oils of a
higher quality than specified. In
addition, do not use oils labeled
“ENERGY CONSERVING II” or
higher.
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Make sure that no foreign mate-
rial enters the transmission.
7. Start the engine, and then let it idle
for several minutes while checking
the transmission for oil leakage. If
oil is leaking, immediately turn the
engine off and check for the cause.
EAU20070
Coolant
The coolant level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the cool-
ant must be changed at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
EAUM1291
To check the coolant level
1. Place the vehicle on a level sur-
face and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
WARNING
EWA10380
Never attempt to remove the radiator
cap when the engine is hot.
2. Remove the radiator cap and
check the coolant level in the radi-
ator.
NOTE:
●
The coolant level must be checked
on a cold engine since the level
varies with engine temperature.
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Make sure that the vehicle is posi-
tioned straight up when checking
the coolant level. A slight tilt to the
side can result in a false reading.
NOTE:
The coolant should be at the brim of the
radiator filler. The level will change with
variation of engine temperature.
1. Radiator cap
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