135. Engine Prelubing

Engine Prelubing

Special Tools
* J 42907 - Oil Pressure Tester
* J 45299 - Engine Preluber

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools (Special Tools).




1. Remove the engine oil filter.




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




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




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




5. Open the valve of the J 45299 - preluber.

Note: A constant and continuous flow of clean engine oil is required in order to properly prime the engine.

6. Pump the handle of the J 45299 - preluber 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 - preluber.




8. Remove the J 45299 - preluber flexible hose.




9. Remove the fitting from the J 42907 - tester.




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





Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

12. Install the NEW oil filter and tighten to 32 Nm (24 lb ft).