Engine oil change (Mitsubishi Space Star)

• Periodic oil and oil filter changes are the most important preventative maintenance procedure. As engine oil ages, it becomes thin and contaminated, leading to premature engine wear.
• Start the engine and warm it up to a temperature of 80-90°C.
• Remove the engine oil filler cap.
• Loosen the engine oil drain plug about half a turn. Place a container to catch the oil under the oil drain plug and remove the plug completely. If necessary, apply pressure to the plug as you remove it to prevent the oil from leaking prematurely. Allow all the oil to drain from the oil pan into the container.

Warning: Use caution as the drained oil is very hot.

• Screw the engine oil drain plug into the oil pan, and install a new sealing ring on the plug in the position shown in Figure 3.62.

Fig. 3.62. Installation position of the engine oil drain plug sealing ring

• Fill the engine with the required amount of recommended motor oil (Fig. 3.63).

Fig. 3.63. Recommended oil viscosity depending on the expected ambient temperature

Note: Do not overfill the engine oil as this will cause it to become saturated with air and reduce the pressure in the lubrication system.

• Install the cap on the oil filler neck.
• Start the engine and check for oil leaks.
• Turn off the engine, check the engine oil level and, if necessary, top it up to normal.
• Dispose of motor oil in accordance with applicable laws.