Mustang Cobra V8-281 4.6L DOHC VIN V MFI (1997)
c. Connect the engine control sensor wiring to the oil pressure sensor.
NOTE: The oil bypass filter has a 22 mm metric thread and an anti-drain-back valve. Make sure the replacement oil bypass filter is equipped
with a 22 mm metric thread and the anti drain-back valve.
2. Coat rubber seal of oil bypass filter with clean engine oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C153-F.
3. Install oil bypass filter on oil filter adapter until rubber seal contacts sealing surface of oil filter adapter.
4. Tighten an additional three-quarter turn after seal contact.
5. Lower vehicle.
6. Check oil level and fill to specified level with clean engine oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C153-F.
7. If required, fill and bleed engine cooling system.
8. Start engine and check for leaks.
