„ NOTE: When the vehicle is operated in extremely cold weather (-23° C/-10° F or colder), a small amount of leakage may be present. Unless the leakage is excessive, replacement is not necessary. General Lubrication Cables None of the cables require lubrication; however, it is advisable to lubricate the ends of the cables periodically with a good cable lubricant. On the XT/XTX, the shock absorber has a spring force adjustment sleeve with five adjustment positions to allow the spring to be adjusted for different riding and loading conditions. If the spring action is too soft or too stiff, adjust it according to the chart. Engine/Transmission Oil and Filter „ NOTE:
Refer to the recommended oil viscosity chart (on page 35) in this manual for the proper engine oil. Change the engine oil and oil filter at the scheduled intervals. The engine should always be warm when the oil is changed so the oil will drain easily and completely. 1. Park the vehicle on level ground. 2. Remove the driver and passenger seats; then remove the center console. 3. Loosen the oil level stick. Be careful not to allow contaminants to enter the opening. On the XTZ, the shock absorber has a spring force adjustment nut with an infi- nite adjustment from softest to most firm. If the spring action is too soft or too stiff, adjust the nut using an appropriate span- ner as illustrated.
4. Remove the drain plug from the bot- tom of the engine and drain the oil into a drain pan. 5. Using the oil filter wrench and a ratchet handle (or a socket or box-end wrench), remove the old oil filter and dispose of properly. Do not re-use oil filter. „ NOTE: Clean up any excess oil after removing the filter. 6. Apply oil to the new filter O-ring and check to make sure it is positioned correctly; then install the new oil fil- ter. Tighten securely. 7. Install the engine drain plug and tighten it securely. Pour the recom- mended oil in the filler hole. Install filler plug. HDX085A „ NOTE:
Before attempting to adjust suspension, clean dirt and debris from the sleeve and remove load from the suspension; then use the spanner wrench to adjust the sleeve to the desired position. 8. Start the engine (while the vehicle is outside on level ground) and allow it to idle for a few minutes. 9. Turn the engine off and wait approxi- mately one minute. Recheck the oil level. 10. Inspect the area around the drain plug and oil filter for leaks. 40 Position Spring Force Setting Load 1 Stronger Soft Stiff Light Heavy 2 3 4 5