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Oil Filter: Service and Repair

Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the oil fill cap.
2. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle   .
3. Remove the oil pan drain plug and drain the oil into a suitable container.

4. Remove the oil filter using a suitable wrench.
5. Inspect the old oil filter to ensure the filter seal is not left on the engine block.

Installation Procedure

1. Wipe the excess oil from the oil filter housing.
2. Lubricate the oil filter seal with clean engine oil.

Notice:  Refer to Fastener Notice  .

3. Install the new oil filter.

Tighten the oil filter to 17 N.m (22 lb ft) plus 150 degrees.

4. Install the oil pan drain plug.

Tighten the oil pan drain plug to 26 N.m (19 lb ft).

5. Lower the vehicle.

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