Is there a procedure to follow?

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Guys

 

I am hoping to change my oil over the weekend in my 1600K.

 

Now I have changed oil regularly on all sorts but never anything with an anti cav tank.

 

Is there a procedure to follow? Or is it just a case of drain the old and change filter and replace with new?

 

Thanks

 

Simon.

 

X777CAT

[Paul Ranson]

The oil/air separator tank has its own drain plug and will retain some oil.

 

It takes a while to fill the tank from the sump, and while this is happening there is no oil pressure. It's probably worth taking the plugs out and cranking it for a while. Or you can remove the breather pipe from the top and fill it separately.

 

Paul

[CHRIS CLARK]

Think the 'Apollo' tank's drain plug is magnetic so you can check for any steel particles attached; oh joy!!!!!!!

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teeth.gif

 

X777CAT

[TorAtle]

As Paul says, take the plugs out and crank it until pressure builds up. Took 20-30 seconds last time I did it.

 

Would not recommend filling the tank up from the top. Takes ages!!

 

Tor Atle

[TorAtle]

Oh one more thing, I poured the last 2 litres of oil into the engine while I cranked it. Don't know if this is a bit over the top.

 

Tor Atle

[Red SLR]

So the procedure is

 

1 remove filler cap

2 remove sump plug

3 remove tank plug

4 remove filter

5 replace filter

6 replace sump and tank plug

7 remove spark plugs

8 pour new oil in to cam cover

9 crank engine to fill tank

10 after oil level is ok replace plugs

11 start up and check pressure

12 teeth.gif drive!

 

Is this correct?

 

Ta.

 

X777CAT