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126. 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.


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 (Fastener Notice) .

12. Install the NEW oil filter.

Tighten the oil filter to 32 N.m (24 lb ft).