Removal Procedure
- Raise and properly support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
.
- Position an appropriate drain pan under the engine.
- Remove the oil pan drain plug bolt.
- Remove the oil filter.
Installation Procedure
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
- Install the oil filter.
Tighten
Tighten the oil filter to 14 N·m (10 lb ft).
- Discard the used oil pan drain plug washer and replace with a new oil pan drain plug washer.
- Install the oil pan drain plug bolt.
Tighten
Tighten the oil pan drain plug bolt to 35 N·m (26 lb ft).
- Lower the vehicle.
- Fill the engine with oil to the appropriate mark.
- Start engine and inspect for leaks.