For 1990-2009 cars only
Cleaning Procedure
- Clean the oil filter adapter components with non-corrosive solvent.
- Dry the oil filter adapter components with compressed air.
Caution: Refer to Safety Glasses Caution in the Preface section.
Inspection Procedure
- Inspect the oil filter adapter housing for cracks, casting imperfections or damage (1).
- Inspect the threads for the oil pressure sender (2) or the bracket (3) for damage.
- Inspect the mounting holes (4) for damage.
- Inspect the oil filter adapter housing gasket sealing surface (1) for damage.
- Inspect the oil filter adapter housing passages (2) for damage or blockage.
- Inspect the oil filter sealing surface (3) for damage.
- Inspect the threads for the oil filter fitting (4) for damage.
- Inspect the oil filter bypass valve (5) for damage or blockage.
- Repair or replace the oil filter adapter housing as necessary.
Important: The internal parts of the oil filter adapter housing are not serviced separately. If wear or damage is noted, replace the entire oil filter adapter assembly.
