Oil and Maintenance Guide for 2013 Honda FourTrax Recon ES 229
Before You Service the Engine
Before servicing the 2013 Honda FourTrax Recon ES 229, confirm the lubricant requirements and prepare to verify the final fluid level. Before removing the drain plug, identify the correct refill and level-check procedure; a published capacity does not necessarily equal the amount needed after a routine drain.
How much oil does a 2013 Honda FourTrax Recon ES 229 take?
The available engine-oil capacity figure is 1.59 quarts. The amount added during a routine drain may differ from the listed capacity; use the correct level-check procedure when refilling.
What does 10W-40 mean on an engine-oil label?
The number before W identifies the oil’s low-temperature viscosity grade, while the second number identifies its viscosity grade at operating temperature. The oil must also meet the engine manufacturer’s specifications.
