Engine Oil And Oil Filter Cartridge - Yamaha GRIZZLY 550 2013 Owner's Manual

Tightening torque:
Spark plug:
13 Nm (1.3 m·kgf, 9.4 ft·lbf)
TIP
If a torque wrench is not available when installing
the spark plug, a good estimate of the correct
torque is 1/4–1/2 turn past finger tight. However,
the spark plug should be tightened to the specified
torque as soon as possible.
3. Install the spark plug cap.
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Engine oil and oil filter cartridge

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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 spec-
ified in the periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart.
To check the engine oil level
1. Place the ATV on a level surface.
2. Check the engine oil level on a cold engine.
TIP
If the engine was started before checking the oil
level, be sure to warm up the engine sufficiently,
and then wait at least 10 minutes until the oil settles
for an accurate reading.
3. Remove the access cover by turning it coun-
terclockwise.
1. Access cover
4. Remove the engine oil dipstick, and then wipe
it off with a clean rag.
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