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Rover Rover 600 Repair Manual - Volumes 1 and 2 - 2nd Edition03 · Engine
03 · Engine

Inspection

Make
Rover
Model
600 Rover 600 Repair Manual - Volumes 1 and 2 - 2nd Edition
Section
Engine lubrication: repairs › Inspection
EngineInspection

Inspection

  1. Check engine oil with the engine switched off and the car parked on level ground.
Diagram of engine dipstick showing upper and lower marks

A   Dipstick
B    Upper Mark
C    Lower Mark

  1. Make certain that the oil level indicated on the dipstick is between the upper and lower marks.
  2. If the level has dropped close to the lower mark, add oil until it reaches the upper mark.

CAUTION: Insert the dipstick carefully to avoid bending it.

Replacement

  1. Warm up the engine.
Diagram of engine oil drain plug and washer location

A    Oil Drain Plug
B    Washer

WARNING: Remove the drain plug carefully. Hot oil may cause scalding.

  1. Drain the engine oil.
  2. Reinstall the drain plug with a new washer, tighten to 45Nm and refill with the recommended oil.

CAUTION: Do not overtighten the drain plug.

Select the oil for the car according to the following charts:

Requirement
CapacityAlways use a fuel efficient oil that says "API Service SF or SG" SAE viscosity: see chart
Change3.8 litres at change, including filter.
4.9 litres after engine overhaul.
Every 10,000 km (6000 miles) or 12 months
Chart showing recommended SAE viscosity grades based on ambient temperature in Celsius and Fahrenheit

A    Ambient Temperature

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