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Mini Mini Workshop Manual (1996-2000)04 · Engine
04 · Engine

Oil filter

Make
Mini
Model
Mini Workshop Manual
Year
1996–2000
Section
Repairs › Oil filter
EngineOil filter

OIL FILTER

Service repair no - 12.60.04

Remove

Oil filter – Service repair no - 12.60.04
  1. Release radiator top hose from clip on ignition coil mounting bracket.
  2. Clean area around filter head and place a container beneath engine.
Oil filter – Clean area around filter head and place a container beneath engine.
  1. Unscrew and discard filter.

Refit

  1. Clean mating face of filter head.
  2. Lubricate sealing ring of new filter with clean engine oil.
  3. Fit new filter and tighten by hand until it seats then tighten a further half turn.
  4. Secure radiator top hose to clip on ignition coil mounting bracket.
  5. Top up engine with oil to specification 10w/40 until level is correct.
  6. Start and run engine and check for leaks.
  7. Stop engine, wait a few minutes, then check oil level. Top up if necessary.

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