2010 Kawasaki MULE 4010 Trans4x4 Diesel Owners Manual - Page 89

MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 87 Engine Oil 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 the dipstick out of the dipstick tube, wipe it dry, • Pull and insert it into the tube securely. 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. Oil Level Inspection • Whenever the oil level is inspected, start the engine and run it for several minutes at idle speed. Stop the engine, then wait several minutes until the oil settles. A. Dipstick B. Rear Seat NOTICE Racing the engine before the oil reaches every part can cause engine damage. żIf the vehicle is in 2-person mode, first raise the cargo bed, support with the rod and pull the stored rear seat and place it onto the engine. NOTE