Oil Filter Adapter Removal 4WD

1. Remove the oil filter adapter using the following procedure:

1.1.	Remove the plugs from the oil filter adapter.

1.2.	Remove the bolts from the oil filter adapter.

1.3.	Remove the oil filter adapter and the O-ring seal.




2. Remove the oil bypass valves (if required). Unstake the tangs on oil bypass valves and remove with long nose pliers.
3. Discard the valves.

Oil Filter Adapter Removal 2WD

1. Loosen the oil filter fitting, using a hex wrench.



2. Remove the oil filter fitting.



3. Remove the oil bypass valves (if required). Unstake the tangs on oil bypass valves and remove with long nose pliers.
4. Inspect the oil filter fitting, replace if necessary.
5. Discard the oil bypass valves, if removed.