TL V6-3206cc 3.2L SOHC MFI (1998)
Oil Filter: Service and Repair
REPLACEMENT
CAUTION: Loosen the engine oil filter carefully while the engine is hot, the hot oil may cause scalding.
1. Remove the engine oil filter with the oil filter wrench.
2. Inspect the threads and rubber seal on the new filter. Wipe off the seat on the oil filter base, then apply a light coat of oil to the rubber seal.
3. Install the oil filter by hand.
4. After the rubber seal is seated, tighten the oil filter by turning it approximately one turn.
Torque: One turn or 22 Nm (2.2 kgf.m, 16 ft. lbs.)
5. Start the engine and check the filter for oil leakage.
