GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Lubricants and Sealants | |
| SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil XO-5W20-QSP or equivalent | WSS-M2C930-A |
| Item | Specification |
| Gasoline Engine Oil Dye 164-R3705 | ESE-M99C103-B1 |
| High Strength Threadlocker TA-26 or equivalent | WSK-M2G351-A6 |
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
| WARNING | When repairing engines, all parts must be contamination free. If contamination/foreign material is present when repairing an engine, premature engine failure can occur. |
Note. This article contains information, steps and procedures that may not be specific to your engine.
This article covers general procedures and diagnosis and testing of the engine system, except for exhaust emission control devices, which are covered in INTRODUCTION - 6.0L DIESEL and INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE MODELS .
The engine incorporates the following features
- a closed positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) system. For additional information, refer to «ENGINE EMISSION CONTROL»(ref-231378) .
- an exhaust emission control system. For additional information, refer to «ENGINE EMISSION CONTROL»(ref-231378) .
- an evaporative emission control system. For additional information, refer to «EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS»(ref-231381) .
Some engines incorporate a fail-safe cooling system. Refer to appropriate ENGINE article for the procedure.
The engine, fuel system, ignition system, emissions system and exhaust system all affect exhaust emission levels and must be maintained according to the maintenance schedule.
Correct engine identification is required to order parts. Refer to appropriate ENGINE article for the procedure.
For complete vehicle and engine identification codes, refer to IDENTIFICATION CODES .