The engine oil level should be checked regularly. In addition, the oil must be changed and the oil filter cartridge replaced at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart.
- Recommended engine oil:
- See page .
- Oil quantity:
- Oil change:
- 2.80 L (2.96 US qt, 2.46 Imp.qt)
- With oil filter removal:
- 3.20 L (3.38 US qt, 2.82 Imp.qt)
- In order to prevent clutch slippage (since the engine 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.
- Make sure that no foreign material enters the crankcase.
To check the engine oil level
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After warming up the engine, wait a few minutes for the oil level to settle for an accurate reading.
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With the vehicle on a level surface, hold it upright for an accurate reading.
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Look at the check window located at the bottom-right side of the crankcase.
- Engine oil filler cap
- Engine oil level check window
- Maximum level mark
- Minimum level mark
The engine oil should be between the minimum and maximum level marks.
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If the engine oil is at or below the minimum level mark, remove the oil filler cap and add oil.
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Check the engine oil filler cap O-ring. Replace if damaged.
- Engine oil filler cap
- O-ring
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Install the engine oil filler cap.
To change the engine oil (and filter)
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Start the engine and allow it to idle for a few minutes to warm up the oil, and then stop the engine.
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Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil.
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Remove the engine oil filler cap, and then the engine oil drain bolt and gasket.
- Engine oil drain bolt
- Gasket
Skip steps 4–6 if the oil filter cartridge is not being replaced.
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Remove the oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench.
- Oil filter wrench
- Oil filter cartridge
An oil filter wrench is available at a Yamaha dealer.
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Apply a thin coat of clean engine oil to the O-ring of the new oil filter cartridge.
- O-ring
Make sure that the O-ring is properly seated.
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Install the new oil filter cartridge, and then tighten to the specified torque.
- Torque wrench
- Tightening torque:
- Oil filter cartridge:
- 17 N·m (1.7 kgf·m, 13 lb·ft)
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Install the engine oil drain bolt with a new gasket, and then tighten the bolt to the specified torque.
- Tightening torque:
- Engine oil drain bolt:
- 43 N·m (4.3 kgf·m, 32 lb·ft)
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Pour the specified amount of the recommended oil into the crankcase.
Using a funnel is recommended.
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After checking the engine oil filler cap O-ring, install the filler cap.
Wipe off any spilled oil before starting the engine.
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Start the engine and let it idle while checking for oil leaks.
If any oil leaks are found which you cannot fix, have the vehicle inspected.
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Stop the engine, wait a few minutes for the oil level to settle, and then check the oil level one last time. NOTICE: Do not operate the vehicle until you know that the engine oil level is sufficient.

