Yamaha WR250FM service manual Engine OIL Level Inspection

ENGINE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION

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ENGINE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION

1.Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn off the engine and wait for five minutes.

2.Place the machine on a level place and hold it up on upright position by placing the suitable stand under the engine.

1

a

b

3.Remove:

• Oil tank cap 1

4.Inspect:

•Oil level

Oil level should be between maximum a

and minimum b marks.

Oil level is low → Add oil to proper level.

NOTE:

When inspecting the oil level, do not screw the oil tank cap into the oil tank. Insert the gauge lightly.

(For USA and CDN)

Recommended oil:

At 5 °C (40 °F) or higher È

Yamalube 4 (20W-40) or SAE 20W-40 type SG motor oil (Non-Friction modified)

At 15 °C (60 °F) or lower É

Yamalube 4 (10W-30) or SAE 10W-30 type SG motor oil (Non-Friction modified) and/or

Yamalube 4-R (15W-50) (Non-Friction modified)

CAUTION:

•Do not add any chemical additives. Engine oil also lubricates the clutch and additives could cause clutch slippage.

•Do not allow foreign material to enter the crankcase.

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