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Checking engine oil level
Remove the dipstick. The oil level must be between the two
marks on the dipstick. Add oil as necessary to maintain the
proper level.
NOTE! Do not allow the crankcase oil level to go be-
low the ADD mark, and do not fill above the
FULL mark. Overfilling results in high operat-
ing temperatures, foaming (air in oil), loss of
power, and overall reduced engine life.
Changing engine oil
Engine oil and the oil filter are important factors affecting en-
gine life. They affect ease of starting, fuel economy, combus-
tion chamber deposits, and engine wear. Drain and refill the
engine crankcase once each season or every 100 operating
hours, whichever comes first. (Also see the maintenance
schedule.)
1.
Run the engine to warm the crankcase oil (for easier re-
moval).
2.
Turn off the engine.
3.
Remove oil dipstick, and drain the oil from the crankcase
through the dipstick tube, using the special fitting provided
on the tube. This special fitting is provided so that the oil
does not have to be drained into the bulge.
4.
Withdraw oil with a suction pump.
NOTE! You may purchase either a manual or an elec-
tric suction pump from any marine supply
store, or from your Volvo Penta dealer.
5.
Dispose of used oil according to any applicable federal,
state, and local environmental regulations.
6.
Replace the oil filter.
7.
Remove the oil fill cap and fill the crankcase to the speci-
fied capacity with Volvo Penta DuraPlus premium engine
oil.
Changing the oil filter
Replace the oil filter whenever the engine oil is changed. This
filter is a self-contained, screw-on type.
1.
To remove, unscrew filter canister counterclockwise. Dis-
pose of used filter according to any applicable federal, state,
and local environmental regulations.
2.
When attaching a new filter, be sure the gasket is lightly
lubricated with motor oil.
3.
Hand-tighten only.
4.
Run engine and check for leaks. (Do not run engine out of
water.)
Maintenance
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