Engine Oil And Filter Inspection: Inspection

CHECK ENGINE OIL QUALITY
Check the oil for deterioration, entry of water, discoloring or thinning.

If the quality is visibly poor, replace the oil.

Oil grade:

API grade SL Energy-Conserving or ILSAC multi-grade engine oil.

Fig 1: Identifying Recommended Viscosity Of Engine Oil
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CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
The oil level should be between the "L" and "F" marks on the dipstick.

If low, check for leakage and add oil up to the "F" mark.

NOTE: Do not fill with engine oil above the "F" mark.
REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER
REMOVE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH
INSTALL OIL PRESSURE GAUGE
WARM UP ENGINE
Allow the engine to warm up to normal operating temperature.

CHECK OIL PRESSURE

Oil pressure:

OIL PRESSURE

At idle	29 kPa (0.3 kgf/cm² , 4.2 psi) or more
At 3,000 rpm	294 - 588 kPa (3.0-6.0 kgf/cm² , 43 - 85 psi)

REMOVE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE
REINSTALL OIL PRESSURE SWITCH

Fig 2: Identifying Oil Pressure Gauge And Oil Pressure Switch
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1. Apply adhesive to 2 or 3 threads of the oil pressure switch.
  
  Fig 3: Applying Adhesive To Threads Of Oil Pressure Switch
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  Adhesive:
  
  Part No. 08833-00080, THREE BOND 1344, LOCTITE 242 or equivalent
2. Reinstall the oil pressure switch.
START ENGINE, AND CHECK FOR ENGINE OIL LEAKS
REINSTALL ENGINE UNDER COVER