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System Specifications

Oil Capacity
with Oil Filter Change 4.25L (4.5 qt.)
without Oil Filter Change 3.75L (4 qt.)
Oil Pressure @ Operating Temperature (1850 RPM)
Using 10W-30 Oil 414 kpa (60 psi min)
Oil Filter Type Throw Away Element and Can


Type of Lubrication:
Main Bearings Pressure
Connecting Rods Pressure
Piston Pins Splash
Balance Shaft Bearing - Front Splash
Balance Shaft Bushing - Rear Pressure
Camshaft Bearings Pressure
Timing Chain Splash
Cylinder Walls Splash
Oil Pump Type Gerotor
Oil Pressure Sending Unit Electrical
Oil Intake Stationary
Oil Filter System Full Flow