OUTLINE, TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
D2-3spec tableK8 (1.8L V6) DOHC engine.
SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications (K8 DOHC)
Lubrication system
Sub-item
K8 DOHCForce-fed type
Oil pump
Sub-itemType
K8 DOHCTrochoid gear
Oil pump
Sub-itemRelief pressure kPa{kgf/cm2, psi}
K8 DOHC491–588 {5.0–6.0, 72–85}
Oil filter
Sub-itemType
K8 DOHCFull-flow, paper element
Oil filter
Sub-itemRelief pressure differential kPa{kgf/cm2, psi}
K8 DOHC79–117 {0.8–1.2, 12–17}
Oil capacity
Sub-itemTotal (dry engine) L {US qt, Imp qt}
K8 DOHC4.9 {5.2, 4.3}
Oil capacity
Sub-itemEngine oil replacement L {US qt, Imp qt}
K8 DOHC3.7 {3.9, 3.3}
Oil capacity
Sub-itemEngine oil + oil filter replacement L {US qt, Imp qt}
K8 DOHC4.0 {4.2, 3.5}
Engine oil
Sub-item
K8 DOHCAPI SG, SH Energy Conserving II (ECII), ILSAC
Recommended SAE Viscosity
NOTE
* Anticipated ambient temperature range before succeeding oil change.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Troubleshooting Guide
Engine hard starting
Possible causeImproper engine oil
RemedyReplace
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Engine hard starting
Possible causeInsufficient engine oil
RemedyAdd oil
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Excessive oil consumption
Possible causeOil working up or down in cylinder
RemedyRefer to section B1
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Excessive oil consumption
Possible causeOil leakage
RemedyRepair
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Oil pressure drop
Possible causeInsufficient oil
RemedyAdd oil
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Oil pressure drop
Possible causeOil leakage
RemedyRepair
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Oil pressure drop
Possible causeWorn and/or damaged oil pump rotor
RemedyReplace
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Oil pressure drop
Possible causeWorn plunger (inside oil pump) or weak spring
RemedyReplace
PageD2-11, 12
Oil pressure drop
Possible causeClogged oil strainer
RemedyClean
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Oil pressure drop
Possible causeExcessive main bearing or connecting rod bearing clearance
RemedyRefer to section B2
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Warning light illuminates while engine is running
Possible causeOil pressure drop
RemedyAs described above
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Warning light illuminates while engine is running
Possible causeMalfunction of oil pressure switch
RemedyRefer to section C2*
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Warning light illuminates while engine is running
Possible causeMalfunction of electrical system
RemedyRefer to section C2*
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NOTE
* 1995 MX-3 Body Electrical Troubleshooting Manual
WARNING
Continuous exposure with USED engine oil has caused skin cancer in laboratory mice. Protect your skin by washing with soap and water immediately after this work.