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How do you change oil in a 1985 Yamaha 200 tri moto three wheeler?

To change the oil in a 1985 Yamaha 200 Tri-Moto three-wheeler, follow these steps:

1. Gather the necessary tools and materials.

- New oil filter (Yamaha part number 13V-13440-00-00)

- New oil (SAE 10W-40 or 20W-40, API service classification SF or SG, approximately 1.2 liters or 1.28 US quarts)

- Oil drain pan

- Funnel

- Wrench

- Rags

2. Warm up the engine.

- Start the three-wheeler and let it run for a few minutes to warm up the engine and oil.

3. Drain the old oil.

- Place the oil drain pan under the three-wheeler's oil drain bolt, which is located on the bottom of the engine.

- Use the wrench to loosen and remove the oil drain bolt.

- Allow the old oil to drain completely.

4. Replace the oil filter.

- Locate the oil filter, which is usually near the top of the engine.

- Use the wrench to loosen and remove the oil filter.

- Apply a thin coat of new oil to the gasket of the new oil filter.

- Screw the new oil filter onto the engine by hand until it is snug, then tighten it an additional 1/2 to 3/4 turn with the wrench.

5. Add new oil.

- Use the funnel to add new oil to the engine through the oil fill port, which is usually located on the top of the engine.

- Add the correct amount of oil according to the owner's manual (approximately 1.2 liters or 1.28 US quarts).

6. Check the oil level.

- Use the dipstick to check the oil level.

- The oil level should be between the "full" and "add" marks on the dipstick.

7. Start the engine.

- Start the three-wheeler and let it run for a few minutes.

- Check for any oil leaks.

8. Dispose of the old oil and filter properly.

- Take the old oil and filter to a recycling center or dispose of them according to local regulations.