Lubrication
system
I DANGER
Carry out these operations with
the engine stopped and cold.
Remove the key and switch off
the main switch to prevent acci-
dental starting. Hot oil and hot
surfaces can burn.
I CAUTION
Never operate the engine if
the oil crankcase has been over-
filled. Drain the oil if too much oil
has been added.
Observe the recommended
type of oil for the transmission.
NOTICE: With a new or recon-
ditioned engine, oil and oil filters
must be changed after 20 hours of
operation. Use oil grades quality
indicated in the chapter TECHNI-
CAL DATA. Warranty claims may
be rejected if unsuitable oil grade
has been used.
The viscosity may be adapted de-
pending the climatic conditions.
Oil level- Adding
engine oil
Check the engine and transmission
oil level before starting the engine.
Always make sure that the level is
in the safe range.
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The oil level should be within the
range indicated on the dipstick,
between the Mini and Max level.
To check the oil level:
1. Remove and wipe the dipstick.
2. Re-insert and remove the
dipstick. Check that the oil level is
between the Mini and Max mark.
If the level is too low, remove the oil
filler plug and add oil slowly. Wait
few minutes before checking the oil
level to let the oil drain down to the
oil pan.
I CAUTION
Do not fill the crankcase above
the maximum level indicated on
the dipstick. Do not operate the
engine if the oil level is below
the Mini mark or above the Max
mark.
NOTICE: Completely drain the pre-
vious oil before adding new engine
oil. Never mix different type of oil.