[944 Ecology]

Before connecting the battery, remove the spark plugs and hand crank the engine to make sure that there are no binds anywhere in the rotation.

After that, connect the battery and use the starter to crank the engine and check if you have oil pressure indicated on the gauge.

Then, install the plugs, cross your fingers and try to start the engine.

Let it run for about 15 seconds, then stop and look for leaks.

Fix whatever leaks you find, then run it for about 5 minutes.

After that, it should be good to go.