90. Engine Prelubing

Engine Prelubing

Tools Required

J 45299 Engine Pre-Luber


Important: A constant and continuous flow of clean engine oil is required in order to correctly prime the engine. Be sure to use an approved engine oil as specified in the owners manual.


1. Remove the engine oil filter and fill with clean engine oil.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice) .

2. Install the oil filter.

Tighten the filter to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).

3. Remove the engine block left front oil gallery plug.
4. Install the M16 x 1.5 adapter.
5. Install the flexible hose to the adapter and open the valve.
6. Pump the handle on the J 45299 in order to flow a minimum of 1-1.9 litres (1-2 quarts) engine oil. Observe the flow of engine oil through the flexible hose and into the engine assembly.
7. Close the valve and remove the flexible hose and adapter from the engine.
8. Install the gallery plug to the engine.

Tighten the plug to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).

9. Top-off the engine oil to the correct level.