Generac 005213-0 — Changing Engine Oil
Maintenance · Engine lubrication system
For the Generac 005213-0, from the Generac owner's manual.
Applies to: Generac In Line engine
Before you start
- After refilling the crankcase with oil, always check oil level on dipstick. NEVER OPERATE ENGINE WITH OIL BELOW THE DIPSTICK ADD MARK.
Procedure
- Remove oil drain hose from its retaining clip.
- Loosen and remove oil drain hose cap. Drain oil completely into a suitable container.
- When all oil has drained, install and tighten oil drain hose cap, and re-install into retaining clip.
- Turn oil filter counterclockwise and remove. Properly dispose of old filter.
- Apply light coating of new engine oil to seal of new oil filter. Install filter and tighten by hand only.
- Remove oil fill cap. Add recommended oil. Do not fill above dipstick FULL mark.
- Start engine and check for oil leaks.
Specs & values
- Crankcase oil capacity is 4.0 U.S. quarts (3.8 liters)
Source: Generac owner's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.