CARE AND MAINTENANCE 7
MHL380 D 7.41
7.9.1.3 Changing the engine oil filter
The engine oil filter must be replaced every
time the engine oil is changed:
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Remove cover plate (188/1) in mainte-
nance process.
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Place a suitable container under the engine
oil filter.
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Clean the outside of the engine oil filter
cartridge (187/1).
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Loosen and unscrew the filter cartridge
(187/1) using a standard tool. Check that
the fastening stud is located securely in the
filter head.
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Dispose of the filter cartridge (187/1) ac-
cording to regulations.
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Check the condition of the filter head and
clean.
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Fill the new filter with oil. Wet the sealing
ring with oil and tighten firmly by hand until
the seal is securely in place.
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With one more half turn, tighten the filter
cartridge.
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Refit cover plate (188/1) in maintenance
process.
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Only start the engine if it contains suffi-
cient oil.
h Chapter 7.9.1.1 Checking the engine oil
level
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After a trial run, check the engine oil filter
for leaks.
Fig. 187 Engine oil filter
Fig. 188 Cover plate