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RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE
PROCEDURES-VOLVO ENGINES
Note: All fluid recommendations are based on this manual's
printing date. Regal is not responsible for the accuracy of the
information since it can change at any time. For more detailed
information and procedures check your engine operators manual
or call a Regal dealer servicing the product line.
Checking the Engine Oil
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Volvo 8.1 uses approximately 9 quarts with a oil filter.
* SAE 30 Volvo Penta DuraPlus synthetic motor oil for
API Service CE/SG (Volvo # 3851230-7). If the
recommended oil is not available, use pure synthetic
multi-viscosity oil.
Cosmetic Care & Maintenance
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NOTICE
PREVENT ENGINE DAMAGE!
DO NOT ALLOW THE CRANKCASE OIL
LEVEL TO RECEDE BELOW THE ADD MARK,
AND DO NOT FILL ABOVE THE FULL MARK.
OVERFILLING RESULTS IN REDUCED
ENGINE LIFE, HIGH OPERATING
TEMPERATURES, FOAMING & LOSS OF
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POWER.
Remove the dipstick.
from the dipstick tube.
The oil level must lie
between the A and B
marks on the dipstick.
Add the recommended
oil to maintain the
proper level. Do not
overfill the engine
crankcase as foaming
may develop.
Be sure to check the oil
level with the engine
off. Never force the
dipstick in the tube. For
an accurate readig
A
always wipe off the
dipstick with a clean
soft
cloth
B
reinserting it.
After removing the oil
fill cap refill the
crankcase using the
m a n u f a c t u r e r ' s
recommended oil. Use a
funnel to avoid spills
and dispose of all used
c o n t a i n e r s a n d
contaminated oil in an
e n v i r o n m e n t a l l y
friendly manner.
before
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