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Engine Oil: Service and Repair

Engine Oil Replacement

NOTE: Under normal conditions, the oil filter should be replaced at every other oil change. Under severe conditions, the oil filter should be replaced at each oil change.
Change interval: Every 7,500 miles 412,000 km) or 12 months (Normal conditions) Every 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or 6 months (Severe conditions).

1. Warm up the engine.





2. Remove the drain bolt (A) and then drain the engine oil.
3. Reinstall the drain bolt with a new washer (B).
4. Refill with the recommended oil.
Capacity
4.0 L (4.2 US qt. 3.5 Imp qt) at oil change.
4.4 L (4.6 US qt. 3.9 Imp qt) at oil change including filter.
5.0 L (5.3 US qt. 4.4 Imp qt) after engine overhaul.
5. Run the engine for more than 3 minutes, then check for oil leakage.