2008 Kawasaki MULE 600 Owners Manual - Page 75

MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 73 Engine Oil NOTICE Racing the engine before the oil reaches every part can cause engine damage. WARNING The bed will fall down onto you if not supported with the hook. Always latch the supporting hook when lifting the bed for engine maintenance and adjustment. In order for the engine to function properly, maintain the engine oil at the proper level, and change the oil and oil filter in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart. Not only do dirt and metal particles collect in the oil, but the oil itself loses its lubricative quality if used too long. the vehicle has just been used, wait several min• If utes for all the oil to drain down. the vehicle on level ground. • Park Raise the seat. • j WARNING Vehicle operation with insufficient, deteriorated, or contaminated engine oil will cause accelerated wear and may result in engine seizure, accident, and injury. Check the oil level before each use and change the oil and filter according to the periodic maintenance chart in the owner's manual. A. Dipstick & Oil Filler Hole B. Seatback up the dipstick, wipe it dry, and insert it into • Pull the tube securely. Oil Level Inspection the oil has just been changed, start the engine • If and run it for several minutes at idle speed. This fills the oil filter with oil. Stop the engine, then wait several minutes until the oil settles. żIt is important to insert the dipstick with its chamfered cap edge facing rearwards. NOTE