Removal Procedure
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
.
- Place a drain pan under the oil pan drain plug.
- Remove the oil pan drain plug. Allow the oil to drain completely.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
- Install the oil pan drain plug.
Tighten
Tighten the drain plug to 26 N·m (19 lb ft).
- Place the drain pan under the oil filter.
- Remove the oil filter. Allow the oil to drain completely.
Installation Procedure
- Lubricate the NEW oil filter gasket with clean engine oil.
- Tighten the oil filter.
Tighten
Tighten the filter to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).
- Lower the vehicle.
- Fill the engine with oil to the appropriate mark.
- Start the engine and inspect for leaks.