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Generac 2.4 L / 60kW 1.5L — Replace Lubricating Oil and Oil Filter

Maintenance · Lubricating System

For the Generac 2.4 L / 60kW 1.5L, from the Generac owner's manual.

Applies to: Generac 2.4 L, Generac 2.4L engine, Generac 1.5L engine

Before you start

  • Allow engine to cool before draining oil
  • Avoid prolonged contact with used motor oil

Parts for this job

Part numbers from the service-parts list for Generac 2.4 L. Verify against your serial number before ordering; some links are affiliate links.

Procedure

  1. Remove oil drain hose from holding clamp.
  2. Use one wrench to hold hex on hose fitting, second wrench to remove drain plug.
  3. Drain oil into a suitable container.
  4. Install drain plug onto end of oil drain hose and install hose into holding clamp.
  5. Rotate oil filter counterclockwise to remove from oil filter adapter.
  6. Apply light coat of clean engine oil to gasket of new oil filter.
  7. Install oil filter by hand until gasket contacts adapter; tighten 3/4 to one full turn.
  8. Remove fill cap and fill engine with recommended quantity and type of oil.

Tools required

Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.

Specs & values

  • 2.4L (22/27/32/38/36/45 kW): 4.0 quarts (3.8 liters)
  • 60 kW: 5.25 quarts (5 liters)

Full service-parts list: Generac 2.4 L →

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.

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