Checking Engine Oil Level
The oil level must be between the two level marks on
the dipstick
C
. If the engine is not in a horizontal posi-
tion, the oil level on the dipstick will not be accurate. If
the oil level is checked with a cold engine, the oil level
on the dipstick could be above the actual level. If the
oil level is checked directly after shutting the engine off
the oil level on the dipstick will be low. To get an accu-
rate oil level reading on the dipstick:
1.
Run the engine to normal operating temperature,
then shut it off and wait at least 5 minutes.
2.
Remove the dipstick and check the oil level.
NOTICE!
Gas engines require a precise oil fill level to
operate correctly.
● Overfilling results in high operating temperatures,
foaming (air in oil), loss of power, and overall
reduced engine life.
● Information has been provided in Operators Man-
uals, Workshop Manuals and other publications
that provide crankcase capacities for these
engines. This information is provided as a guide-
line for ordering parts and planning service work.
● To ensure the engine oil is filled to the correct level,
the level must always be checked on the dipstick.
This includes re-filling the crankcase as part of
changing the engine oil.
Adding Oil if Low
Adding Oil During Break-in Period
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NOTICE!
All oil used for oil changes or added between
changes must meet the
Engine Oil Specifications
.
During the engine break-in period, until the piston rings
have seated, somewhat higher oil consumption is nor-
mal. Check the oil level before each trip during the
break-in period. Please see
Engine Break-in:Gasoline
Engines
, PN 47700022.
Maintain oil level between
E
(add) and
D
(full) on the
dipstick. If oil is added during break-in, use Volvo
Penta mineral oil for gasoline engines; if unavailable,
use a mineral oil that meets the
Engine Oil Specifica-
tions
.
Adding Oil After Break-in Period
Check the oil level frequently (see
Maintenance Schedule
for minimum intervals). Frequent oil level checks are
a good strategy to ensure long engine life. Oil level checks help identify engine service issues such as leaks and
excessive oil consumption before they become serious.
Maintain oil level between
E
(add) and
D
(full) on the dipstick. If oil is added, use an approved Volvo Penta oil for
gasoline engines; if unavailable, use a high quality oil that meets the
Engine Oil Specifications
.
NOTICE!
Mineral oil is required for the first 150 hours or three years, whichever occurs first.
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