Engine Oil: Service and Repair

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 (12,000 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 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 three minutes, then check for oil leakage.