Oil and Maintenance Guide for 2000 Kawasaki Bayou 4x4 400
Before You Service the Engine
Before servicing the 2000 Kawasaki Bayou 4x4 400, confirm the lubricant requirements and prepare to verify the final fluid level. A catalog recommendation is a starting point rather than proof of every manufacturer requirement; consult the correct service instructions before adding fluid.
How much oil does a 2000 Kawasaki Bayou 4x4 400 take?
The available engine-oil capacity figure is 3.38 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 describes the oil’s cold-temperature viscosity classification, while the second number describes its viscosity at operating temperature. The grade does not, by itself, establish whether the oil meets all the requirements for an ATV engine.

