Engine Prelubing

Special Tools

• J 42907  Oil Pressure Tester
• J 45299  Engine Preluber

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

Fig 1: View Of Oil Filter
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1. Remove the engine oil filter.
Fig 2: Oil Pressure Tester
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2. Install the J 42907  tester onto the oil filter adapter.
Fig 3: View Of 1/8 NPT Fitting
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3. Install the 1/8 NPT fitting from the J 45299  preluber into the port on the J 42907  tester.
Fig 4: View Of J 45299 Flexible Hose
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4. Install the J 45299  preluber flexible hose to the fitting.
Fig 5: Identifying Engine Preluber J 45299
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5. Open the valve of the J 45299  preluber.
NOTE:

A constant and continuous flow of clean engine oil is required in order to properly prime the engine. Use the approved engine oil as specified in the owner's manual.

6. Pump the handle of the J 45299  preluber in order to flow a minimum of 1-1.9 liters (1-2 quarts) of fresh clean engine oil. Observe the flow of engine oil through the flexible hose and into the engine assembly.
7. Close the valve of the J 45299  preluber.
Fig 6: View Of J 45299 Flexible Hose
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8. Remove the J 45299  preluber flexible hose.
Fig 7: View Of 1/8 NPT Fitting
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9. Remove the fitting from the J 42907  tester.
Fig 8: Oil Pressure Tester
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10. Remove the J 42907  tester from the oil filter adapter.
11. Ensure the NEW oil filter is filled with clean fresh engine oil.
Fig 9: View Of Oil Filter
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CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

12. Install the NEW oil filter and tighten to 32 N.m (24 lb ft).