2009 Yamaha Motorsports V Star 950 Owners Manual - Page 51
2009 Yamaha Motorsports V Star 950 Manual
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU47110 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge The engine oil level should be checked before each ride. In addition, the oil must be changed and the oil filter cartridge replaced at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication chart. To check the engine oil level 1. Place the vehicle on a level surface and hold it in an upright position. A slight tilt to the side can result in a false reading. 2. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it off. 3. Wait a few minutes until the oil settles. 4. Remove the engine oil filler cap, wipe the dipstick clean, insert it back into the oil filler hole (without screwing it in), and then remove it again to check the oil level. 1 1 2 3 1. Engine oil filler cap 1. Dipstick 2. Maximum level mark 3. Minimum level mark 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 TIP The engine oil should be between the minimum and maximum level marks. 5. If the engine oil is at or below the minimum level mark, add sufficient oil of the recommended type to raise it to the correct level. 6. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler hole, and then tighten the oil filler cap. To change the engine oil (with or without oil filter cartridge replacement) 1. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it off. 2. Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil. 3. Remove the engine oil filler cap and drain bolt to drain the oil from the crankcase. 7-10