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Engine Specifications - Lubrication System

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

Oil Capacity and Type
with Oil Filter Change 4.25L (4.5 qt.)
without Oil Filter Change 3.75L (4 qt.)
Oil Type 10W-30 Oil