18 SERVICE WORK ON THE ENGINE
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18.2 Checking the gear oil level
Info
The gear oil level must be checked when the engine is cold.
Preparatory work
– Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface.
V00998-10
Main work
–
Remove screw for checking gear oil level
1
.
– Check the gear oil level.
A small quantity of gear oil must run out of the drilled
hole.
» If no gear oil runs out:
– Add gear oil. ( p. 130)
– Mount and tighten the gear oil monitoring screw.
Guideline
Screw, gear oil level
check (TX 125 EU)
M6 8 Nm (5.9 lbf ft)
Screw, gear oil level
check (TE 150 US)
M6 8 Nm (5.9 lbf ft)
18.3 Changing the gear oil
Warning
Danger of scalding Engine and gear oil get very hot when the motorcycle is ridden.
– Wear suitable protective clothing and safety gloves.
– In the event of scalding, rinse the area affected immediately with lukewarm water.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
– Dispose of oils, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning agents, brake fluid, etc., correctly and in compliance
with the applicable regulations.
Info
Drain the gear oil while the engine is at operating temperature.
Preparatory work
– Remove the engine guard. ( p. 83)
– Park the motorcycle on a level surface.
– Place a suitable container under the engine.
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