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Changing the engine oil and filter

Changing the engine oil and filter



1. Remove the upper engine cover.


2. Disconnect the hose from the throttle body vacuum box.


3. Unplug the EGR valve connector.

4. Undo the filter cap. Use 30 31 382 Sleeve, oil filter .

5. Raise the car and remove the lower engine cover.


6. Place a suitable receptacle under the car. Undo the drain plug and drain the oil.


7. Fit the oil plug with a new seal.

Tightening torque 18 Nm (13 lbf ft)

8. Fit the lower engine cover.


9. Lower the car and remove the filter cap and filter element. Catch any oil spills with a rag.


10. Fit the filter element and the cap placing a new O-ring on the filter cap. Apply engine oil to the O-ring.

Tightening torque 25 Nm (18 lbf ft)

11. Connect the vacuum hose to the throttle body vacuum box.


12. Plug in the EGR valve.

13. Fill with engine oil, see Recommended oil grade .

14. Start the engine and let it run for approximately 30 seconds. Switch off the engine.

15. Wait 3 - 5 min. Check the oil level and top up if necessary.

16. Fit the upper engine cover.