Generac 6.8L V-10 / V-10 6.8L — Changing Engine Oil
Maintenance
For the Generac 6.8L V-10 / V-10 6.8L, from the Generac owner's manual.
Applies to: Generac V-10 6.8L, Generac V-type engine, Generac V-type 6.8L engine
Before you start
- Hot oil may cause burns. Allow engine to cool before draining oil.
- NEVER OPERATE ENGINE WITH OIL BELOW THE DIPSTICK ADD MARK.
Parts for this job
- 0D5419 Oil filter Amazon eBay $16.80 NAPA $9.09
Part numbers from the service-parts list for Generac V-10 6.8L. Verify against your serial number before ordering; some links are affiliate links.
Procedure
- Remove OIL DRAIN HOSE from its retaining clip.
- Loosen and remove OIL DRAIN HOSE CAP. Drain oil completely into suitable container.
- Install and tighten OIL DRAIN HOSE CAP, re-install into its retaining clip.
- Turn OIL FILTER counterclockwise and remove. Dispose of old filter.
- Apply light coating of new engine oil to seal of new oil filter. Install 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.
- Shut OFF engine and wait 10 minutes for oil to settle. Recheck oil level.
- Dispose of used oil at a proper collection center.
Specs & values
- Crankcase Oil Capacity 5 U.S. qts.
- 5W-30 Amazon eBay $47.95 engine oil
Full service-parts list: Generac V-10 6.8L →
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.