1. Place the motor in a vertical position,
then remove the motor cover 1 by
unlocking the lever 2 and 3.
2. Pull out the oil dipstick and wipe oil off
with a clean cloth.
NOTE:
If the engine oil is contaminated or discol-
ored, replace with fresh engine oil. Refer to
the ENGINE OIL section.
3. Insert the dipstick all the way into the
engine, then remove it again.
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UPPER LIMIT
LOWER LIMIT
The oil on the dipstick should be between
the upper and lower limits shown on the
dipstick. If the oil level indication is near
the lower limit, add enough oil to raise the
level to the upper limit.
To fill the engine with oil:
1. Remove the oil filler cap.
2. Fill with recommended engine oil to the
upper level.
NOTICE
Running the engine with an excessive
amount of oil can damage the engine.
Do not overfill the engine with oil.
3. Tighten the oil filler cap securely.