Explorer Sport Trac 2WD V8-4.6L (2008)
Oil Filter Adapter: Service and Repair
Oil Filter Adapter
Removal and Installation
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Maintenance/Service and Repair.
2. Drain the engine cooling system. For additional information, refer to Cooling System.
3. Drain the engine oil.
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Install the drain plug and tighten to 23 Nm (17 lb-ft).
4. Disconnect the engine oil pressure switch electrical connector.
5. Disconnect the lower radiator hose and position it aside.
6. Remove and discard the engine oil filter.
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To install, lubricate the oil filter gasket with clean engine oil and tighten until the seal makes contact.
