Removal Procedure
- Remove the oil fill cap.
- Raise the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
- Remove the oil pan drain plug and drain the oil into a suitable container.
- Remove the oil filter using a suitable wrench.
- Inspect the old oil filter to ensure the filter seal is not left on the engine block.
Installation Procedure
- Wipe the excess oil from the oil filter housing.
- Lubricate the oil filter seal with clean engine oil.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
- Install the new oil filter and tighten to
17 N·m (22 lb ft) plus 150 degrees.
- Install the oil pan drain plug and tighten to
26 N·m (19 lb ft).
- Lower the vehicle.
- Fill the crankcase with the proper quantity of engine oil. Refer to
Approximate Fluid Capacities and
Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations.
- Remove the oil level indicator.
- Wipe the indicator with a clean cloth.
- Install the oil level indicator.
- Remove the oil level indicator and check the oil level.
- Add oil if necessary.
- Check for any oil leaks.