Operation Manual

General instructions
The Maintenance chapter de-
scribes straightforward proced-
ures for checking and replacing
certain wear parts.
Special tightening torques are lis-
ted as applicable. The tightening
torques for the threaded fasten-
ers on your vehicle are listed in
the section entitled "Technical
data".
You will find information on more
extensive maintenance and repair
work in the Repair Manual on
DVD for your vehicle, which is
available from your authorised
BMW Motorrad dealer.
Some of the work calls for spe-
cial tools and a thorough know-
ledge of the technology involved.
If you are in doubt, consult a
specialist workshop, preferably
your authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer.
Standard toolkit
1 Hook wrench
Adjusting spring preload
for rear wheel ( 48).
2 Torx wrench, T30
Checking engine oil level
( 88).
Topping up coolant
( 96).
3 Spare fuses with puller tool
Minifuses, 4 A, 7.5 A, 10 A
and 15 A
Replace the fuses.
4 Open-ended spanner
Width across flats 8/10
Removing battery
( 112).
5 Reversible screwdriver
blade
Phillips PH1 and Torx T25
Remove the body pan-
els.
Removing battery
( 112).
Engine oil
Checking engine oil level
Oil can collect in the sump
if the Maxi-Scooter is out
of use for an extended period of
time; this oil has to be pumped
into the oil tank before the level
is read. The engine oil must be
at operating temperature to do
this. Checking the oil level with
the engine cold or after no more
than a short ride will lead to mis-
interpretation; this in turn, means
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