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and maximum level marks.
5. If the engine oil is at or below the minimum
level mark, add sufficient oil of the recom-
mended type through the engine oil tank filler
hole to raise it to the correct level.
TIP

When adding oil, be careful not to overfill the en-
gine oil tank; the oil level rises faster starting from
the half-level-portion on the dipstick.
6. Insert the dipstick into the engine oil tank filler
hole, and then tighten the engine oil tank filler
cap.
NOTICE

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Make sure that the engine oil tank filler cap is
securely tightened; otherwise, oil may seep
out when the engine is running.
To change the engine oil (with or without oil
filter element replacement)
1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Remove the engine guard by removing the
bolts.3. Start the engine, warm it up for several min-
utes, and then turn it off.
4. Place an oil pan under the engine to collect
the used oil.
5. Remove the crankcase engine oil drain bolt.
1. Engine guard
2. Bolt
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