Removal Procedure
- Remove the oil fill cap.
 
- Remove the engine shield. Refer to 
Engine Shield Replacement
 .
 
- Remove the oil pan skid plate. Refer to 
Oil Pan Skid Plate Replacement
 .
 
- Clean away all dirt and debris from the engine oil pan drain plug area.
 
- Position an appropriate container under the engine oil pan.
 
- Remove the oil pan drain plug.
 
Allow the engine oil to drain into the container.
- Position the container under the engine oil filter drain deflector.
 
Important: Ensure the old oil filter seal is not left on the engine block.
- Remove the oil filter using a suitable wrench.
 
Allow the engine oil to drain to the oil filter drain deflector and into the container.
Installation Procedure
- Lubricate the oil filter seal with clean engine oil.
 
Notice: Refer to Component Fastener Tightening Notice in the Preface section.
- Install a NEW oil filter.
 
Tighten
Tighten the filter to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).
- Wipe the excess oil from the oil filter drain deflector.
 
- Install the oil pan drain plug.
 
Tighten
Tighten the oil pan drain plug to 26 N·m (19 lb ft).
- Fill the crankcase with the proper type and amount of engine oil. Refer to 
Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations
 and 
Approximate Fluid Capacities
.
 
- Install the oil fill cap.
 
- Start the engine and check the oil pressure gage for the appropriate pressure to build up.
 
- Shut the engine off.
 
- Inspect under the vehicle in the oil filter and oil pan drain plug areas for leaks.
 
- Remove the oil level indicator and check for the correct oil level. Add oil if necessary.
 
- Install the oil pan skid plate. Refer to 
Oil Pan Skid Plate Replacement
 .
 
- Install the engine shield. Refer to 
Engine Shield Replacement
 .