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Chapter 8 PERIODIC INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
Lubricating System
Engine Oil, Oil Filter and Bypass Oil Filter - Replace
Engine Oil - Drain
After stopping the engine, drain the engine oil form the engine oil drain port of oil pan.
When draining engine oil, check that the oil temperature is low.
When draining oil or changing the oil filter, wear gloves. Hot engine oil and parts may cause burns.
Do not dump waste oil. It is forbidden by law. For disposal of waste oil, consult a dealer of Mitsubishi Heavy Indus-
tries, Ltd.
Change the engine oil, oil filter and bypass oil filter at the same time.
Also checking and analyzing the oil properties is recommended when changing the engine oil.
Do not reuse the oil filter element, as it is a paper type. When replacing filters, always replace gasket with new
ones.
