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MG MGF Factory Workshop Manual (1995-2000)04 · Maintenance
04 · Maintenance

Engine oil

Make
MG
Model
MGF Factory Workshop Manual
Year
1995–2000
Section
Maintenance › Engine oil
MaintenanceEngine oil

ENGINE OIL

Oil level check

Always check oil level and drain oil with vehicle standing on level ground and use engine oil of specification 10W/40 for topping up and refilling.

Oil level check – Always check oil level and drain oil with vehicle standing on level ground and use engine
  1. Pull the dipstick out, wiping the blade clean as it is withdrawn by squeezing the dipstick wiping mechanism (arrowed) between finger and thumb. Re-insert dipstick fully and withdraw again, this time releasing the dipstick wiping mechanism. Check the oil level which must be maintained between minimum mark ’MIN’ and maximum mark ’MAX’ on dipstick.
  2. If required, remove filler cap, REMOVE DIPSTICK and top-up with new engine oil to specification 10W/40. See INFORMATION, Capacities, fluids and lubricants.

Oil drain and refill

The oil should be drained when engine is warm. The oil filter can be renewed while oil is being drained.

WARNING: Observe due care when draining engine oil as the oil can be very hot. Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause serious skin disorders. Wash thoroughly after contact. Keep out of reach of children.

Oil drain and refill – The oil should be drained when engine is warm. The oil filter can be renewed while oil is
  1. Place a container under sump.
  2. Remove drain plug and sealing washer, allow oil to drain.
  3. Clean the drain plug, fit NEW sealing washer and refit drain plug. Tighten to 25 Nm.
  4. Remove filler cap, REMOVE DIPSTICK refill with new engine oil to specification 10W/40. Re-check oil level.

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