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Jun 19, 2005 | 10:51 AM

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badbrain

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The oil probably never completely drains out, which would explain overfilling if you put back in 4.75 qts.

I have a question, when installing the crush washer, which side does the side with the "seam" go? Does it matter?

Jun 20, 2005 | 06:52 AM

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How is that possible? I let the oil completly drain out.

According to the instructions the side with the seam goes to the oil pan.

Jun 20, 2005 | 12:05 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by QAT-R

How is that possible? I let the oil completly drain out.

According to the instructions the side with the seam goes to the oil pan.

he's just saying, make sure you car is level when you drain and fill.

Feb 12, 2006 | 11:41 AM

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Is it necessary to change the crush washer with every oil change?

Feb 13, 2006 | 12:12 PM

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I was going to ask a similar question.I know people say to go buy one because they're cheap.$3 per washer at Don Herring in Plano ,Texas.I believe thats what they charged me.That's not really cheap.I remember some people saying the washer came with the filter.I was wondering how long they last.I seem to think they last about two oil changes.

May 5, 2006 | 02:44 PM

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Does anyone have the size on that crush washer? I live pretty far from any mitsu dealerships but I have a specialty tool place that can supply me with it, I just need to know what size.

Jun 26, 2006 | 07:08 PM

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the link does not work for the oil change.

Jun 26, 2006 | 10:27 PM

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Quote:

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How is that possible? I let the oil completly drain out.

According to the instructions the side with the seam goes to the oil pan.

When you drain your oil, you never drain it completely. There are always (at least in my other cars) pockets that the oil pools in (like in the head surrounding the cams. When you get your cams changed (or know someone getting it changed), take a look under the valve cover. After a engine rebuild, then I'd think it will take 4.75 quarts to fill. Someone can verify this that has more knowledge on the 4G63 engines.

Jun 26, 2006 | 10:46 PM

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Normally it only takes ~4-4.5 quarts for me. I just dump in ~4 quarts, check it, then add as necessary. A little overfilling won't hurt, especially if you do a lot of high-g cornering. A lot of overfilling can blow seals.

Jul 11, 2006 | 10:34 PM

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bump for fixed link

Jul 18, 2006 | 09:09 AM

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Fix link pls

Jul 18, 2006 | 03:56 PM

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http://www.norcalevo.net/index.php?o...2&topic=1765.0

The pics are gone though...

Jul 21, 2006 | 03:28 PM

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thanks! could somebody just post a pics of the oil drain? also I know this is really newb question but could somebody also tell me the best places to place the jack and jack stands? thanks