Change Engine Oil

LX1053341
LX1053341-UN-28FEB12

LX1053385
LX1053385-UN-13FEB12

LX1049783
LX1049783-UN-12AUG10

A - Oil Drain Screw

B - Oil Filler Neck

C - Dipstick


IMPORTANT: Use oil with a viscosity suitable for the relevant season.

NOTE: Carry out the first oil change after a minimum of 100 and a maximum of 500 hours.

Drain oil with engine shut off, but with engine oil still warm.

  1. Remove drain screw (A).

  2. While crankcase is draining, replace filter element.

  3. Re-install drain screw and tighten to 50 N·m (37 lb.-ft.). Use a new seal ring.

  4. Fill crankcase with fresh oil of proper viscosity at filler neck (B). See Fuel, Lubricants, Hydraulic Oil and Coolant section.

    The amount to be added is:

    ItemMeasurementSpecification
    On 4-cylinder enginesQuantityapprox.16 L approx. 4.2 U.S. gal.

  5. Use dipstick (C) to check the oil level. Oil level must be in the upper part of the hatched area on the dipstick. Fill to proper level, if necessary.

  6. Run engine for a short time and check for leaks at filter base and drain screw.

  7. Shut off the engine.

  8. Check oil level once again. It must be up to the top mark on the dipstick.

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