Cannondale S440 - Manual (Page 29)

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Printed : 8/15/02
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is visible through the window.
CAUTION :
Use a clean funnel.
Changing engine oil and cleaning the filters
NOTE :
Your vehicle has two engine oil filters. One filter is
located within the engine oil pressure pump
housing on the left (front) side of the engine. The
other filter is located at the left rear of the
crankcase inside the crankcase inlet fitting. We
highly recommend cleaning (or replacing) both as
directed.
Replace the paper engine oil filter every time you
change the oil. Clean the inlet fitting as directed.
Remove the spar engine oil filler cap (left spar)
when draining.
When refilling engine oil, add slowly and recheck
level frequently so as not to over fill the system.
1. Position the vehicle upright on a work stand out-
doors - NOT INDOORS. Refer to "General
Safety Precautions" starting on page 5.
2. Start engine and allow to run briefly to warm the
engine oil. Then, turn the engine off.
3. Remove the left spar drain bolt and drain the
contents into an oil pan.
NOTE :
Position a clean shop towel behind a folded piece
of thin cardboard to channel or direct the flow of oil
from the spar drain bolts into your oil pan.
4. When the spar flow is reduced, have an assistant
hold the handlebars and slightly tilt the vehicle
toward the oil pan to drain any remaining oil.
1. Engine oil filler hole
2. Cap
3. O-ring
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1. Left spar drain bolt
1. Shop towel
2. Folded cardboard
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