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Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement

Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement


Special Tools

EN-49377 Oil Retainer

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

Removal Procedure


1. Turn the steering wheel to the left.

2. Turn the ignition OFF.

3. Open hood.

4. Remove the oil fill cap.

5. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

6. Remove the 4 lower engine compartment cover fasteners (1). Open the lower engine compartment cover (2).

7. Remove the oil sump baffle, refer to Oil Sump Baffle Replacement


8. Install the EN-49377 retainer (2) below the engine oil filter housing (1) and oil filter cap.


9. Place a suitable container below the special tool EN-49377 retainer.

10.
Note

Use a 6-point socket to remove the oil filter cap.


Remove the oil filter cap (2).


11. Remove and discard the oil filter insert (1).

12. Place a suitable container below the oil pan drain plug.

13. Remove the oil pan drain plug.


14. Allow the oil to drain completely.


Installation Procedure


1. Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the oil pan drain plug with a NEW O-ring seal and tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb ft) .


2.
Warning

Lubrication must be applied to the threads of the oil filter cap prior to installation. Failure to lubricate the oil filter cap threads can hinder later removal and cause possible oil filter cap damage.


Lubricate the oil filter cap threads with clean engine oil.


3.
Warning

Proper oil filter cap tightening is mandatory. Failure to tighten the oil filter cap to the proper specification can hinder later removal and cause possible oil filter cap damage.


Note

Use a 6-point socket to install the oil filter cap.


Install the NEW oil filter cartridge (1).


4. Install the oil filter cap (2) and tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb ft) .

5. Remove the EN-49377 retainer (2) from the engine oil filter housing (1) and oil filter cap.

6. Install the oil sump baffle, refer to Oil Sump Baffle Replacement.


7. Close the lower engine compartment cover (2). Install the 4 lower engine compartment cover fasteners (1).


8. Lower the vehicle.

9. Fill the engine with the appropriate oil type and quantity. Refer to Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations and Approximate Fluid Capacities .

10. Install the oil fill cap.

11. Close the hood.

12. Center the steering.