1. | Ride motorcycle until engine is warmed up to normal operating temperature. | |
2. | See Maintenance and Lubrication → Checking Oil Level: Dyna Models → Engine Oil Dipstick Location: FXDSE. Unthread the cap to remove the oil filler plug/dipstick. | |
3. | See Figure 1. Remove the engine oil drain plug with o-ring. Allow oil to completely drain into a suitable container. | |
NOTICE Use Harley-Davidson oil filter wrench for filter removal. This tool can prevent damage to crankshaft position sensor and/or sensor cable. (00192b) | ||
4. | See Figure 2. Remove the oil filter using the OIL FILTER WRENCH. Clean the oil filter mount flange of any old gasket material. NOTE Dispose of oil and oil filter in accordance with local regulations. | |
5. | See Figure 3. Lube the gasket on new oil filter with engine oil and install new filter. Hand tighten oil filter 1/2-3/4 turn after gasket contacts filter mounting surface. | |
6. | See Figure 1. Install oil tank drain plug. a. Inspect o-ring for tears or damage. Replace if required. Wipe any foreign material from plug. b. Install o-ring and drain plug and tighten to 19–28.5 N·m (14–21 ft-lbs). | |
NOTICE Do not overfill oil. Doing so can result in oil carryover to the air cleaner leading to equipment damage and/or equipment malfunction. (00190b) | ||
7. | Refer to Maintenance and Lubrication → Engine Lubrication: Synthetic Oil → Recommended Synthetic Engine Oils. Fill oil tank with the correct amount of oil. Use the proper grade of oil for the lowest temperature expected before next oil change. Use 3.5 quarts (3.3 liters) of engine oil for a capacity refill. | |
8. | Check engine oil level using COLD CHECK procedure. | |
9. | Start engine and carefully check for oil leaks around drain plug and oil filter. | |
10. | Check engine oil level using HOT CHECK procedure. |
1 | Thin oil film ONLY |
2 | Oil filter |
3 | Mounting plate |