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Engine Oil Dipstick - Recalibrated

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NOVEMBER, 1984
ITEM: J84/58

SUBJECT: ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK

MODEL: XJ6 & VDP


A recalibrated dipstick, EAC 6713, has been introduced on six-cylinder engines. The MIN-MAX marks are raised to allow an additional quantity of oil to be added. The new dipstick is identified by a yellow disc on the top as opposed to the red disc on the existing dipstick. The engine introduction number is 8L161547. The revised oil capacities are as follows:

Refill including filter - 7.8 U.S. Quarts

Refill excluding filter - 7.3 U.S. Quarts