Hombre S Space Cab 2WD V6-4.3L (2000)
Oil Filter: Service and Repair
Oil Filter Bypass Valve Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Raise the vehicle.
2. Position a suitable container to catch the engine oil.
3. Remove the oil filter (RWD vehicle).
4. Remove the oil filter adapter (RWD vehicle) or the remote oil filter pipe adapter (4WD vehicle).
5. Using a suitable prying tool remove the oil filter bypass valve.
6. Clean and inspect valve bore for damage.
Installation Procedure
1. Install a NEW oil filter bypass valve using the following procedure:
1. Use a brass drift that is the same diameter as the outside diameter of the oil filter bypass valve.
2. Install the oil filter bypass valve into the oil gallery bore until slightly below flush with the surface of the engine block.
3. Using a pointed punch, stake the engine block area around the oil filter bypass valve. Stake in 3 locations 120 degrees apart.
2. Install the oil filter adapter (RWD vehicle) or the remote oil filter pipe adapter (4WD vehicle).
3. Install the oil filter (RWD vehicle).
4. Lower the vehicle.
