Mustang GT V8-4.6L SOHC VIN X (1998)
Oil Filter: Specifications
Tightening Specification
Method 1
Step 1 ................................................................................................................................................ Apply a light coating of oil to mounting gasket.
Step 2 .......................................................................................................................................... Install filter until gasket contacts mounting surface.
Step 3 ................................................................................................................................................................ Tighten an additional 3/4 turn (270°).
Method 2
Step 1 ................................................................................................................................................ Apply a light coating of oil to mounting gasket.
Step 2 ................................................................................................................................................................. Tighten to 8-9 Nm (71-79 inch lbs.).
Step 3 ............................................................................................................................................................................. Tighten an additional 40-50°.