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Engine Oil And Filter Inspection: Inspection

  1. 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 multigrade engine oil. 

  2. CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL 
    Fig 1: Identifying Recommended Oil Viscosity
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    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.
  3. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER 
    Fig 2: Removing Oil Pressure Switch
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  4. REMOVE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH 
  5. INSTALL OIL PRESSURE GAUGE 
  6. WARM UP ENGINE 

    Allow the engine to warm up to normal operating temperature.

  7. CHECK OIL PRESSURE 

    Oil pressure: 

    OIL PRESSURE

    At idle 29 kPa (0.3 kgf/cm2 , 4.2 psi) or more
    At 3,003 rpm 294 - 588 kPa (3.0 - 6.0 kgf/cm2 , 43 - 85 psi)
  8. REMOVE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE 
  9. REINSTALL OIL PRESSURE SWITCH 
    1. Apply adhesive to 2 or 3 threads of the oil pressure switch.

      Adhesive: 

      Part No. 08833-00480, THREE BOND 1344, LOCTITE 242 or equivalent 

    2. Reinstall the oil pressure switch.
  10. START ENGINE, AND CHECK FOR ENGINE OIL LEAKS 
  11. REINSTALL ENGINE UNDER COVER 
Fig 3: Applying Adhesive To Threads Of Oil Pressure Switch
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