James Arnold Posted March 26, 2001 Share Posted March 26, 2001 I have just changed the oil and filter in my Xflow. As the engine is of somewhat uncertain history, I was warned not to trust the dip stick, but fill with 3.6 litres of oil. I can't remember who told me 3.6 litres and the oil level doesn't quite reach the minimum marked, so I am nervous I have not put enough in. Can anybody confirm for me how much oil I should use? cheers James Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lennie Posted March 26, 2001 Share Posted March 26, 2001 3.6 litres is o.k. I would suggest four for track days. Just make sure you have a caterham sump and then mark the dipstick at the four and 3.5 litre point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John E Posted March 26, 2001 Share Posted March 26, 2001 The Caterham handbook says 3.3 litres but did you fill the oil filter first, although this will not affect the level in the sump before starting. The filter will probably take another 1/2 litre or so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Arnold Posted March 26, 2001 Author Share Posted March 26, 2001 the oil I added includes filling the filter. Alas I dont think that the car does have a caterham oil sump. I seem to remember capri - does that sound right? James Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Sewell Posted March 26, 2001 Share Posted March 26, 2001 In that case, I would suspect that you still have the Capri dipstick, and should use it in the normal way. The 3.3l only applies if you have the Caterham sump. Cheers, Graham As ever, YMMV... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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