For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Remove the left engine mount bracket. Refer to Engine Mount Bracket Replacement - Left Side.
- Disconnect the engine oil cooler lines from the adapter, if equipped.
- Disconnect the electrical connector from the engine oil pressure switch.
- Remove the oil filter.
- Remove the adapter mounting bolts.
- Remove the adapter and discard the gasket.
- Remove the engine oil pressure switch from the oil filter adapter.
- Clean and inspect the oil filter adapter. Refer to Oil Filter Adapter Cleaning and Inspection.
Installation Procedure
- Install the engine oil pressure switch to the oil filter adapter and tighten to 16 N·m (12 lb ft).
- Install the new gasket.
- Install the bolts attaching the oil filter adapter to the engine block and tighten to 5 N·m (18 lb ft).
- Lightly oil the replacement oil filter gasket with clean oil.
- Install the oil filter and tighten to 32 N·m (24 lb ft).
- Connect the electrical connector to the engine oil pressure switch.
- Connect the engine oil cooler lines to the adapter, if equipped.
- Install the left engine mount bracket. Refer to Engine Mount Bracket Replacement - Left Side.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Adjust the engine oil level to the full mark.
- Inspect for oil leaks after engine start up.
Caution: Refer to Component Fastener Tightening Caution in the Preface section.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Note: Fill the oil filter with engine oil.
