Engine Oil Level - Check
Check the engine oil level after the engine has stopped.
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Location of the engine oil level gauge on the 3054 Marine engine (1) Oil filler cap (2) Oil level gauge (dipstick) | |
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Location of the engine oil level gauge on the 3056 Marine engine (1) Oil filler cap (2) Oil level gauge (dipstick) | |
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(Y) "ADD" mark. (X) "FULL" mark. | |
- Maintain the oil level between "ADD" mark (Y) and "FULL" mark (X) on oil level gauge (2). Do not fill the crankcase above "FULL" mark (X) .
- Remove oil filler cap (1) and add oil, if necessary. Clean the oil filler cap. Reinstall the oil filler cap. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Refill Capacities" for the engine oil capacity.
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Operating your engine when the oil level is above the "FULL" mark could cause your crankshaft to dip into the oil. The air bubbles created from the crankshaft dipping into the oil reduces the oil's lubricating characteristics and could result in the loss of power. |
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