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MAINTENANCE
Engine Oil
Oil and Filter Change
6. Lubricate the o-ring on the new filter with a film of fresh engine oil.
Check to make sure the o-ring is in good condition.
7. Install the new filter and turn by hand until the filter gasket contacts
the sealing surface, then turn an additional 1/2 turn.
8. Reinstall the crankcase drain plug. Torque to 12 ft. lbs. (16 Nm).
9. Remove the oil fill cap and add the recommended oil. See page 128
for capacity. Reinstall the fill cap.
10. Start the engine. Allow the engine to idle for 30 seconds.
11. Stop the engine. Wait two (2) minutes to allow oil to drain back to
the sump.
12. Remove the dipstick. Wipe it dry with a clean cloth.
13. Reinstall the dipstick completely. Remove the dipstick and check
the oil level.
14. Remove the oil fill cap to add the recommended oil as needed.
Maintain the oil level between the minimum and maximum marks
on the dipstick. Do not overfill.
15. Reinstall the fill cap. Reinstall the dipstick.
16. Dispose of used filter and oil properly.
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