Oil And Filter: Inspection

Check engine oil quality.
Check the oil for deterioration, entry of water, discoloring or thinning.

If the quality is visibly poor, replace the oil.
1. Oil grade :
  1. API grade SH, Energy-Conserving II or SJ, Energy-Conserving or ILSAC multigrade engine oil.
  2. SAE W/O is the best choice for your vehicle, for good fuel economy, and good starting in cold weather.
Check engine oil level.
After warm up the engine and then 5 minutes after the engine stop, oil level should be between the low level and full level marks of the dipstick.

If low, check for leakage and add oil up to the full level mark.

NOTE: Do not fill with engine oil above the full level mark.
Remove oil pressure switch, and install oil pressure gauge.
1. Using SST, remove the oil pressure switch.
  1. SST 09816-30010
  Fig 2: Removing Oil Pressure Switch
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2. Install the oil pressure gauge.
  
  Fig 3: Installing Oil Pressure Gauge
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Warm up engine.
Allow the engine to warm up to normal operating temperature.
Check oil pressure.
1. Oil pressure : Refer to Fig 4.
  
  Fig 4: Displaying Oil Pressure Specifications
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Remove oil pressure gauge and reinstall oil pressure switch.
1. Remove the oil pressure gauge.
2. Apply adhesive to 2 or 3 threads of the oil pressure switch.
  1. Adhesive : Part No. 08833-00080, THREE BOND 1344, LOCTITE 242 or equivalent
3. Using SST, install the oil pressure switch.
  1. SST 09816-30010
  2. Torque : 13 N.m (130 kgf.cm, 9 ft.lbf)
  Fig 5: Applying Adhesive To Oil Pressure Gauge
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Start engine and check for leaks.