8-19ESU04611Checking the drive chain housing oil level andthe drive chain tensionChecking the oil levelWARNING@The engine, oil tank, brake disc, and coolant hoseswill be very hot after the engine has been run. Avoidcontact while they are still hot with any part of yourbody or clothing during inspection or repair.@1. Place the snowmobile on a level surface.2. Remove the shroud and the right side cover. (Seepages 8-5–8-7 for removal procedures.)3. Remove the dipstick 1, wipe it off with a clean rag,and then insert it back into the filler hole.4. Remove the dipstick and check that the oil is betweenthe maximum and minimum level marks. If the oil isbelow the minimum level mark, add sufficient oil toraise it to the maximum level mark.2 Maximum level mark3 Minimum level markÈ For models without reverse transmissions(not applicable)É For models with reverse transmissions(RX10GT/RXW10GT)CAUTION:@Make sure that no foreign material enters the drivechain housing.@5. Install the dipstick, making sure to align the notch 4in the dipstick handle with the projection 5 on thedrive chain housing.6. Install the right side cover and the shroud.A BDrive chain oil: GL-375 W or 80 W