Technical information

Thoroughly clean the crankcase filter
housing face.
Apply a small amount of clean engine
oil to the filter sealing joint.
Do not use a strap wrench to fit the
new element.
Screw on the new filter by hand, until
the sealing joint is just touching the
crankcase and then tighten a further
half turn.
Run the engine and check for any oil
leaks.
Stop the engine, allow the oil to settle
and check the level on the dipstick (B).
Add more oil if necessary.
Engine lubrication oil
Every day:
Check lubrication oil level with the dipstick
(B). Top up through filler (C) if necessary.
Every 300 hours:
Drain and refill the oil sump as follows:
Disposal of waste oil.
Dispose of waste oil into
waste oil storage tanks. If
storage tanks are not
available, consult your
Distributor or local authority
for addresses of local
designated disposal points. It
is illegal to dispose of waste
oil into drains or water
courses, or to bury it.
Oils and fuels can cause skin
irritation. Wear suitable
protective clothing to prevent
skin contact.
If possible run the engine immediately
before draining the oil.
Place a suitable container under the
drain plug. Remove the drain plug (D)
and drain oil.
Clean and coat the threads of the drain
plug with an appropriate sealant.
Replace the drain plug (D) taking care not
to overtighten it.
Fill the sump through the oil filler (C) to
the top mark on the dipstick (B).
Start the engine, run it for a few minutes
and check the drain plug does not leak.
Stop the engine, allow the oil to settle and
check the level on the dipstick.
Add more oil if necessary.
3.16 SERVICING