Diesel Engine

Oil Circuit

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Warning: Diesel engines are additionally equipped with oil jets that spray oil onto the piston crowns to cool them. Oil Pressure Check. Engine speed during check: Idle 2000 2 L Diesel 0.6 3.0. Warning: The specified oil pressure values apply to engine oil SAE 20W-20 at a temperature of +80°C. At other temperatures or viscosities, test results may differ slightly from the specified values. If the deviation is very large, check the oil lines and the oil pump for leaks.

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