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Old 10-28-2007, 01:48 AM
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That's a good idea

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Originally Posted by Matt L View Post
... When refilling the oil, I would always remove the fuel pump fuse and crank the engine until the pressure came up. Only then would I let it start. That's quite a bit harder to do with a diesel.
Actually not that difficult. Since you're already under the hood, use a remote starter switch and press the "STOP" lever on the IP while cranking. You can't see the oil pressure switch but you can have a friend watch for the first time and see how long it takes -- about 5 seconds? Next time, just count to five (or whatever) while cranking and the new oil will fill up the oil filter cannister.
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