MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 123
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Unscrew the plug and c
heck the oil level. The
oil level should be between the “H” (High) and “L”
(Low) lines on the dipstick.
A. Oil Filler Plug and Dipstick
B. Screw in the oil filler plug fully to inspect the
oil level
C. “H” (High) Line
D. “L” (Low) Line
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If the oil level
is too high, remove the excess oil
through the oil filler opening using a syringe or
some other suitable device.
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If the oil level
is too low, add the oil to reach the
correct level. Use the same type and brand of oil
that is already in the engine.
WARNING
HAZARD
Engine or transmission seizure.
W
HAT CAN HAPPEN
Can lock the front and rear wheels (For
“2WD”: rear wheels) causing an accident
and injury.
H
OW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Check engine oil level before operating vehi-
cle, and add oil if it is low.
NOTICE
If the engine oil gets extremely low or if the oil
pump does not function properly, or oil pas-
sages are clogged, o
r otherwise do not func-
tion properly, the oil pressure symbol will
blink. If it stays on when the engine speed
is running slightl
y above the idle speed, stop
the engine immediately and find the cause to
prevent severe engine damage.
Oil and/or Oil Filter C hange
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Warm up the engine thoroughly, and then stop it.
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Place an oil pan beneath the engine.