Lubrication System
Engine Oil Specifications
Whenever oil is added to the engine, Volvo Penta
strongly recommends the use of our gasoline engine
oils. These oils are engineered to meet all of the
requirements of your engine and are formulated spe-
cifically for marine engines. The oils are available at
Volvo Penta dealers. If the Volvo Penta oils are not
available, use a high quality oil that meets API SM
and/or ILSAC GF-4 specifications. Viscosity should be
SAE 10W30
or higher
(examples; 10W30, 10W40,
15W50). Straight 30W oil is also acceptable if it meets
the API SM and/or ILSAC GF-4 specifications. Do not
use 0W30, 5W30 or any W20 oils (example 5W20).
Checking Engine Oil Level
The oil level must be between the two level marks on
the dipstick
C
. If the engine is not in a horizontal posi-
tion, the oil level on the dipstick will not be accurate. If
the oil level is checked with a cold engine, the oil level
on the dipstick could be above the actual level. If the
oil level is checked directly after shutting the engine off
the oil level on the dipstick will be low. To get an accu-
rate oil level reading on the dipstick:
1.
Run the engine to normal operating temperature,
then shut it off and wait at least 5 minutes.
2.
Remove the dipstick and check the oil level.
NOTICE!
Gas engines require a precise oil fill level to
operate correctly.
● Overfilling results in high operating temperatures,
foaming (air in oil), loss of power, and overall
reduced engine life.
● Information has been provided in Operators Man-
uals, Workshop Manuals and other publications
that provide crankcase capacities for these
engines. This information is provided as a guide-
line for ordering parts and planning service work.
● To ensure the engine oil is filled to the correct level,
the level must always be checked on the dipstick.
This includes re-filling the crankcase as part of
changing the engine oil.
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