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Oil level check
When checking the oil level, the engine must be
switched off, and should stand horizontal.
Remove the oil dipstick
Wipe the dipstick with a non-fibrous, clean
cloth.
Insert it to the stop and remove it again.
Check oil level at the dipstick, and top up if
necessary as far as the max. mark
Changing oil
Allow the engine to warm up and then switch it off. Oil temperature is about 80°C.
CAUTION!
Risk of scalding from hot oil.
Please dispose of used engine oil in a manner that is compatible with the environment. We
suggest you to take used oil in a sealed container to your local recycling centre or service
station for reclamation. Do not throw it in the trash, pour it on the ground or down in a drain.
Place an oil tray under the engine.
Unscrew the oil drain plug.
Drain the oil.
Fit the oil drain plug with a new seal ring
and tighten it firmly.
Pour in new oil up to the MAX. mark on the
dipstick.
Check the oil level after having run the
engine for a short period. Top up if
necessary.
Changing the oil filter
Undo the oil filter cartridge using commercial tool and spin off.
Catch any escaping oil.
Clean any dirt from the filter carrier sealing surface.
Lightly oil the rubber gasket of the new oil filter cartridge.
Manually screw in the new cartridge until gasket is flush.
Tighten oil filter cartridge with another half-turn.
Then check the oil level and the oil pressure.
Check the filter cartridge seal for leaks.
