KTM 450 EXC USA Motorcycle User Manual


 
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 82
9.104Changing engine oil and oil filter, cleaning engine oil screen x
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Drain the engine oil and clean the engine oil screen. x ( p. 82)
Remove the oil filter. x ( p. 82)
Install the oil filter. x ( p. 83)
Fill up with engine oil. x ( p. 83)
9.105Draining engine oil, cleaning engine oil screen x
Warning
Danger of scaldingEngine oil and gear oil get very hot when the motorcycle is ridden.
Wear appropriate protective clothing and safety gloves. In case of burns, rinse immediately with lukewarm water.
Warning
Environmental hazardHazardous substances cause environmental damage.
Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
Info
Drain the engine oil only when the engine is warm.
Stand the motorcycle on its side stand on a horizontal surface.
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Place a suitable container under the engine.
Remove engine oil plug screen .
Completely drain the engine oil.
Thoroughly clean the plug and engine oil screen.
Clean the sealing surface on the engine.
Mount and tighten the engine oil screen drain plug .
Guideline
Plug, engine oil screen M17x1.5 20 Nm
(14.8 lbf ft)
9.106Removing the oil filter x
Warning
Danger of scaldingEngine oil and gear oil get very hot when the motorcycle is ridden.
Wear appropriate protective clothing and safety gloves. In case of burns, rinse immediately with lukewarm water.
Warning
Environmental hazardHazardous substances cause environmental damage.
Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
Place a suitable container under the engine.
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Remove screws . Remove oil filter cover with the O-ring.