Ranger 4WD V6-3.0L VIN U (1997)
Oil Filter: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Raise vehicle on hoist.
2. Position drain pan beneath engine oil pan.
3. Remove oil pan drain plug and drain.
4. Remove oil filter.
INSTALLATION
1. Install oil pan drain plug. Tighten to 20-34 Nm (15-25 ft. lbs.).
2. Lubricate oil filter gasket with fresh engine oil.
3. Thread oil filter onto adapter until gasket contacts cylinder block and then advance oil filter an additional one-half turn.
4. Lower vehicle.
5. Refill crankcase to proper level with specified engine oil.
6. Start engine and check for leaks.
