New Volvo 5.7 using oil

Diemaker

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Put a brand new fourwinns in the water this weekend. It has the 5.7 Volvo motor. After using it for about 2/3 hrs I noticed the oil level was down and took almost 3/4 of a liter to bring to half on the dip stick. And yes there was oil in it to start with.
 

bnicov

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Re: New Volvo 5.7 using oil

Fill it to the top of the mark WITH THE BOAT IN THE WATER so the engine is level. Take it for a run again and then check the oil after it sits for a few minutes so the oil can drain back down to the pan from the top of the engine.
 

Don S

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Re: New Volvo 5.7 using oil

Are you doing the proper break-in procedure? New engines sometimes use more oil than normal.
Since it is "Brand New" you should be talking to your dealer, not a boating forum.
 
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