Inspection |
Be sure that the vehicle is on level ground. |
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Warm up and stop the engine, and then wait for 5 minutes. |
2. |
Turn the engine off and wait for a few minutes (about 5 minutes) for the oil to return to the oil pan. |
3. |
Pull the dipstick out, wipe and re-insert it fully. |
4. |
Check that the oil level is between the "L" level mark and "F" level mark on the engine oil level gauge. |
5. |
If the level is low, check for leakage and add oil up to the full level mark.
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1. |
Check engine oil for white turbidity or heavy contamination. |
2. |
If engine oil becomes turbid and white, it is highly probable that it is contaminated with engine coolant.
Repair or replace damaged parts. |
Replacement |
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1. |
Park the car on level ground. |
2. |
Drain engine oil.
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3. |
Replace the oil filter.
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4. |
Fill new engine oil.
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5. |
Start the engine and check that no oil is leaking from the drain plug or oil filter. |
6. |
Recheck the engine oil level.
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Cylinder Block Repair procedures
Disassembly
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Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
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To avoid damage, unplug the wiring connectors carefully while holding the co ...
Armed stage
Park the vehicle and stop the engine. Arm the system as described below.
1. Remove the ignition key from the ignition switch and exit the vehicle.
2. Make sure that all doors (and tailgate) and engi ...