MAINTENANCE
30 Maintenance TP-6901 3/16a
Figure5-5
4. Using an oil filter wrench, remove the old oil filter
(D). See Figure 5-5.
After removing the oil filter, ensure that the oil cooler
adapter nut is tightened to specification, 40
N•m (29.5
ft.lbs.), and that oil cooler adapter and gasket are
seated properly
.
Figure5-6
5. Wipe the oil filter installation surface (E) clean with
a dry cloth. Inspect the installation surface for
damage. See Figure 5-6.
6. Apply a thin film of fresh oil to the gasket of the new
oil filter.
Figure5-7
7. Lightly screw in the new oil filter by hand until you
feel resistance. Using the oil filter wrench (F),
tighten the filter an additional 3/4 turn
, 25 N•m
(18.4 ft.lbs.)
. See Figure 5-7.
8. Install the oil drain plug. Tighten to specification.
Oil Pan Drain Plug Torque
20–25 N•m (14.8–18.4 ft.lb.)
9. Add fresh oil through the oil filler cap (B).
Figure5-8
10. Check engine oil level, making sure that the level
lies between the L and F marks on the dipstick (C).
See Figure 5-8.
11. Install and tighten the oil filler cap.
12. Start the engine and run it without load for
approximately 5 minutes. This will ensure that the
fresh engine oil is distributed to each friction
surface.
Dispose of used engine oil and oil filters in accordance
with local environmental regulations.