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How many quarts did you put in? And did you start it before you checked it? It takes 6.5 quarts to fill. Some guys have put 7 in with no worries.
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I put in 6 quarts. But I just read an article that says you should riase the rear end 4 -6 inches to get all of the old oil out. I had it on race deck ramps so it was actually about 8 inches higher in front . I dont think I got all of the oil out
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You’re fine. It takes 6.5 quarts and you only put in 6. Don’t forget when you start it, about a half quart is going to go into the filter too, providing you changed that too. By the way, I believe it should be level to get the oil out. I don’t think the dealer raises the back end. I usually put mine on race ramps and then raise the backend to level and let it drain for 15-20 minutes.
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You’re fine. It takes 6.5 quarts and you only put in 6. Don’t forget when you start it, about a half quart is going to go into the filter too, providing you changed that too. By the way, I believe it should be level to get the oil out. I don’t think the dealer raises the back end. I usually put mine on race ramps and then raise the backend to level and let it drain for 15-20 minutes.
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the deep part of the pan would not drain I would think
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Thank you guys for your input. I drained about 1/2 quart out of the drain plug and then added just a little to reach the full hole. I may have 1/2 quart of old oil still in the engine but I think Im OK.