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G420F(FE) Service Manual Chapter 2. Recommended Maintenance 18
Checking Engine Oil Level
1. Check that the oil level is between “MIN” and
“Max” marks on the engine oil level gauge.
2. If the oil level is below “MIN” mark, add oil until
the level is within the specified ranges.
3. Check the engine for oil contamination and
viscosity and replace if necessary.
Replacing Engine Oil and Filter
CAUTION
Prolonged and repeated contact with mineral oil
will result in the removal of natural fats from the
skin, leading to dryness, irritation and dermatitis.
In addition, used engine oil contains potentially
harmful contaminants which may cause skin
cancer.
Exercise caution in order to minimize the length
and frequency of contact of your skin to used oil.
In order to preserve the environment, used oil
and used oil filter must be disposed of only at
designated disposal sites.
1. Drain engine oil.
1) Remove the oil filler cap.
2) Remove the oil drain plug, and drain the oil into
a container.
2. Replace oil filter.
1) Remove the oil filter.
2) Check and clean the oil filter installation
surface.
3) Check the part number of the new oil filter is as
same as old one.
4) Apply clean engine oil to the gasket of a new
oil filter.
5) Lightly screw the oil filter into place, and
tighten it until the gasket contacts the seat.
6) Tighten it an additional 3/4 turn.
3. Refill with engine oil filter.
1) Clean and install the oil drain plug with a new
gasket.
Torque
39.2~44.1N.m(4.0~4.5kgf.m,
28.9~32.5lb-ft)
2)Fill with fresh engine oil.
Capacity Drain
and refill
4.0L(4.23US qts, 3.52Lmp qts)
Oil filter 0.3L(0.32US qts, 0.26Lmp qts)