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7.7 Draining and Filling the Oil
Sump
Before draining the oil, read "7.2 Pre-
cautions for Oil, Filters and Elements"
CAUTION
Do not overfill with lubricating oil as this
may have a detrimental effect on engine
performance.
1. If possible, run the engine immediately
before draining the oil.
2. Place a suitable container under the
drain plug.
3. Remove the plug and drain the sump
Figure 7.7.1 Oil drain plug
4. Replace the plug taking care not to over
tighten it. Clean the oil filter, refer to sec
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tion 7.8.
5. Fill the sump through the oil filler to the
top mark on the dipstick. The oil level on
the dipstick must be measured without
the dipstick being screwed in.
Figure 7.7.2 Oil dipstick
6. Start the engine, run it for a few minutes
and check that the drain plug does not
leak.
7. Stop the engine, allow the oil to settle
and check the level on the dipstick.
8. Add more oil if necessary.
3. Withdraw the element.
Figure 7.6.3 Element removal
4. Clean the area around the filter ensuring
that no dirt falls into the inlet port.
Figure 7.6.4 Air cleaner back plate
5. For re-assembly, reverse the above
process.
WARNING
The engine must not be run without an air
cleaner element.
7. Engine Servicing
