SUPERCHARGER BLOWER OIL
It is essential that the oil in
the supercharger blower unit is checked regularly, as failure of the unit due to
lack of oil is pretty catastrophic.
On-Vehicle Inspection of Supercharger CAUTION: Do not disconnect the hoses from the VSV.
(d) Turn the yellow-headed supercharger oil level dipstick counterclockwise and pull it
out. (i) Add supercharger oil though the dipstick tube using a vinyl tube and syringe.
Supercharger Oil: Part No. 08885-80108 or equivalent
(j) Recheck the oil level.
1. Check Supercharger Oil Level
NOTE: With the
engine cold, check the oil level on the dipstick.
(a) Park the vehicle on a
level spot and turn th engine off.
(b) Remove the brake booster hose
clamp.
(c) Remove the VSV retaining bolt.
(e) Wipe the dipstick clean with a rag.
(f) Reinsert the dipstick.
Turn it fully clockwise or the reading will not be correct.
(g) Remove the
dipstick again and look at the oil level on the end.
(h) The oil level should
between the "L" and "F" marks on the dipstick.
If low, check for leakage and
add oil up to the "F" mark as follows.
NOTE: Avoid overfilling and low level, or the
supercharger could be damaged.