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Engine Oil
Oil and Filter Change
Always change the oil and filter at the intervals outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart
beginning on page 43. Always change the oil filter whenever changing oil.
1. Position the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Run the engine for two to three minutes until warm. Stop the engine.
3. Clean the area around the drain plug.
4. Place a drain pan beneath engine crankcase.
CAUTION! Hot oil can cause burns to skin. Do not allow hot oil to contact skin.
5. Remove the drain plug.
6. Allow the oil to drain completely.
7. Reinstall the sealing washer on the drain plug. The sealing surfaces on drain plug and
crankcase should be clean and free of burrs, nicks or scratches.
8. Reinstall the drain plug. Torque to 20 ft. lbs. (27 Nm).
9. Remove the seat and the underseat storage box.
10. Place shop towels beneath the oil filter. Using an oil filter wrench, turn the filter counter-
clockwise to remove it.
11. Using a clean dry cloth, clean the filter sealing surface on the crankcase.
12. Lubricate the o-ring on the new filter with a film of fresh engine oil. Check to make sure
the o-ring is in good condition.
13. Install the new filter and turn by hand until the filter gasket contacts the sealing surface,
then turn and additional 1/2 turn.
14. Remove the dipstick and fill the sump with two quarts (1.9 l) of recommended oil.
15. Shift the transmission to neutral.
16. Apply the brakes. Engage the park brake.
17. Start the engine. Allow it to idle for one to two minutes.
18. Stop the engine. Inspect for leaks.
19. Check the oil level on the dipstick and add oil as necessary to bring the level to the upper
mark on the dipstick.
20. Reinstall the underseat storage box and the seat.
21. Dispose of used filter and oil properly.