Changing Engine Oil - 6-Cylinder Engines

LX1045660-UN-14OCT10

Oil Drain Screw on 6-Cyl. Engines

LX1057560-UN-12JUL12

LX1049783-UN-12AUG10

A - Oil Drain Screw

B - Oil Filler Neck

C - Oil Dipstick

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

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

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

   Item	Measurement	Specification
   Quantity for filling	Quantity	approx. 23.5 L Approx. 6.2 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 oil drain screw.

7. Shut off engine.

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