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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • J-21867-6 Oil Pressure Adapter Fitting
    • J 45299 Engine Preluber

    Object Number: 909630  Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

    Important: A constant/continuous flow of clean engine oil is required in order to properly prime the engine. Be sure to use an approved engine oil as specified in the owners manual.

  1. Remove the engine oil filter, fill with clean engine oil, and reinstall.
  2. Tighten
    Tighten the oil filter to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).

  3. Locate the engine oil pressure indicator switch on the left side of the engine and remove.
  4. Install the 1/4 inch adapter P/N 509373 and the J-21867-6 .

  5. Object Number: 863255  Size: SH
  6. Install the flexible hose to the adapter and open the valve.
  7. Pump the handle on J 45299 to flow a minimum of 1-2 quarts of engine oil. Observe the flow of engine oil through the flexible hose and into the engine assembly.
  8. Close the valve and remove the flexible hose and adapter from the engine.
  9. Install the engine oil pressure indictor switch.
  10. Tighten
    Tighten the engine oil pressure indictor switch to 16 N·m (12 lb ft).

  11. Top off the engine oil to the proper level.

Special Tools

    • J-21867-6 Oil Pressure Adapter Fitting
    • J 45299 Engine Preluber

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools

    Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 909630  Size: SH

    Note: A constant/continuous flow of clean engine oil is required in order to properly prime the engine. Be sure to use an approved engine oil as specified in the owners manual.

  1. Remove the engine oil filter, fill with clean engine oil, and reinstall. Tighten the oil filter to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).
  2. Locate the engine oil pressure indicator switch on the left side of the engine and remove.
  3. Install the 1/4 inch adapter P/N 509373 and the J-21867-6 fitting .

  4. Object Number: 863255  Size: SH
  5. Install the flexible hose to the adapter and open the valve.
  6. Pump the handle on J-21867-6 fitting to flow a minimum of 1-2 quarts of engine oil. Observe the flow of engine oil through the flexible hose and into the engine assembly.
  7. Close the valve and remove the flexible hose and adapter from the engine.
  8. Install the engine oil pressure indictor switch and tighten to 16 N·m (12 lb ft).
  9. Top off the engine oil to the proper level.