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2002400ex
04-28-2004, 09:34 PM
on my '02 400ex the oil level will be way high sometimes, then half full at other times. is it just because that it is not being pumped when it is off? im not worried but just wondering.

ridesa02400EX
04-28-2004, 10:01 PM
make sure you read your manual and check it how it is supposed to be checked

hondarider2006
04-28-2004, 11:06 PM
make sure its on a level surface......start and let run for 5 minutes...shut off...unscrew the oil cap and look at the dip stick. It should be in the middle;)

2002400ex
04-29-2004, 12:09 PM
i have only had it for about 2 weeks. i am supposed to be getting the manual and spare key through the mail from the girl who had it before me. it is on level ground.even after i let it run the oil will be higher or lower than the last time.

zephead400ex
04-29-2004, 12:13 PM
Do what hondarider told ya. If it is too full, drain all the oil out of the tank and case. Then refill so you know how much oil is there.

hondarider2006
04-29-2004, 01:27 PM
Better yet, just do an oil change. Put a new filter in it, drain bolth the oil cooler and the crank case, And put 2 quarts of Mobile 1 15w-50 red cap in. That is the right amount of oil, and you will know for sure its the right amount;)

Alberta_Qaudin
04-29-2004, 04:07 PM
in fear of being the stupid canadian...what is 2 quarts in liters.....still around 2 right?