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Stupid engine question
I had an MD-2 which is the same engine with 2 cylinders.
The engine should start without using the compression lever - it just makes it easier to spin. There is usually no reason to use it in regards to starting, so leave it down. You haven''t hurt anything doing that, you''ve just taken away the compression and the engine won''t run.
And yes, the dipstick is screwed in. I usually had to use pair of pliers to remove it if it had been awhile. There is a seal on the dipstick by the threads - make sure it is not hard. If the seal leaks air into the oiling system, it can''t build pressure and your low pressure alarm will not shut off. Damage will follow. If it''s not sealing, replace it with an o-ring until you can get the right part (I used an o-ring for 2 years and just made sure the dipstick was very tight.
The dipstick screws into an oil strainer, make sure your aren''t removing this when you unscrew the dipstick. You''ll see.
You can still buy the tech manual from Volvo, though it''s expensive, like everything from them.
Calder''s book is good.
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