CX-7 AWD L4-2.3L Turbo (2008)
CAUTION:
To avoid damaging the oil filter cover, never use these types of oil filter removal tools to remove or install the oil filter cover.
7.
Use a clean rag to wipe off mounting surface on oil filter adapter and oil filter cover.
8.
Remove old O-rings from oil filter drain plug and oil filter cover.
9.
Apply clean oil to new O-ring of oil filter cover and install on cover.
10.
Apply clean oil to new O-ring of oil filter drain plug and install on plug.
11.
Install new oil filter (cartridge) to oil filter cover.
12.
Install oil filter cover with filter to engine.
13.
Place tool over bottom of oil filter cover and tighten.
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Tightening Torque: 30 - 35 Nm (3.1 - 3.5 kgfm, 22.2 - 25.8 ft. lbf.)
14.
Install drain plug and tighten.
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Tightening Torque: 9 - 11 Nm (91.8 - 112.2 kgfcm, 79.6 - 97.2 in. lbf.)
15.
Add correct viscosity engine oil as needed.
NOTE:
Refer to Workshop Manual or Owners Manual to determine correct oil viscosity.
16.
Start engine and confirm there is no oil leakage.
NOTE:
If an oil leak is present, repair or replace applicable part(s).
17.
Verify correct engine oil level.
