Removal Procedure
- If required, raise the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
- Place a suitable container under the oil pan.
- Remove the oil drain plug.
- Drain the engine oil.
- Remove the oil filter.
- Inspect to ensure the engine oil filter gasket is removed.
Installation Procedure
- Lubricate the oil filter seal with clean engine oil.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
- Install the oil filter.
Tighten
Tighten the oil filter after contact plus 1 to 1¼ turn.
- Install the oil pan drain plug.
Tighten
Tighten the oil pan drain plug to 84 N·m (62 lb ft).
- If required, lower the vehicle.
- Fill the engine with the proper capacity and quality of engine oil. Refer to
Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations and to
Engine Mechanical Specifications.
- Operate the engine. Inspect for oil leaks and normal oil pressure.