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142. Engine Prelubing



Engine Prelubing

Tools Required
* J 42907 Oil Pressure Tester
* J 45299 Engine Preluber




1. Remove the engine oil filter.




2. Install the J 42907 onto the oil filter adapter.




3. Install the 1/8 NPT fitting from the J 45299 into the port on the J 42907.




4. Install the J 45299 flexible hose to the fitting.




5. Open the valve of the J 45299.

Important: A constant and continuous flow of clean engine oil is required in order to properly prime the engine. Use the approved engine oil as specified in the owner's manual.

6. Pump the handle of the J 45299 in order to flow a minimum of 1-1.9 liters (1-2 quarts) of fresh clean engine oil. Observe the flow of engine oil through the flexible hose and into the engine assembly.
7. Close the valve of the J 45299.




8. Remove the J 45299 flexible hose.




9. Remove the fitting from the J 42907.




10. Remove the J 42907 from the oil filter adapter.
11. Ensure the NEW oil filter is filled with clean fresh engine oil.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

12. Install the NEW oil filter.

Tighten the oil filter to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).

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