Engine Storage 33 Engine Storage If the vehicle must be parked for a period (more than 30 days), protect it as follows: 1 Drain the engine oil. 2 Fill up to the proper level with oil of the recommended quality and viscosity. 3 Fill up the fuel tanks with the recommended grade of fuel. 4 Run the engine for two minutes around 1000 rpm. Shut the engine down. DO NOT drain the oil after this run. 5 Check the engine air filter and, if necessary, change it. 6 Check the coolant for proper levels of antifreeze and inhibitor (SCA) protection. Service as necessary. 7 Clean the exterior of the engine. 8 Seal all engine openings using a waterproof, vaporproof and strong tape.
To return an engine preserved in this manner can be done in a short time by removing the seals and checking all engine fluids: coolant, fuel, crankcase oil. Also check all other component fluid levels on the vehicle.