Engine - Oil Filter Cap Assembly Precautions
L-SB-0158-08November 3, 2008
Oil Filter Cap Assembly Precautions
Service Category
Engine/Hybrid System
Section
Lubrication
Market
USA
Applicability
Introduction
The applicable vehicles are equipped with a plastic oil filter cap assembly. To prevent damage to the oil filter cap assembly this procedure must be closely followed during oil filter replacement to avoid immediate and future oil filter serviceability concerns.
Required Tools & Equipment
Additional SSTs may be ordered by calling SPX/OTC at 1-800-933-8335.
Warranty Information
NOTE
During oil filter replacement:
^ Ensure SST 09228-06500-02 is used to remove and install the oil filter cap
^ Inspect the SST for any damage or distortion before use
^ Confirm that the SST is fully seated on the oil filter cap when removing/installing
^ Ensure a torque wrench is used for oil filter cap installation
Torque: 25 N*m 18 ft*lbf
*Failure to do any of the above may result in oil filter cap and/or SST damage
Please refer to Technical Information System (TIS) when replacing the oil filter:
2007/2008/2009 LS460 Repair Manual,
^ Engine/Hybrid System - Lubrication - "IUR-FSE Lubrication: Oil and Oil Filter: Replacement"
2008/2009 LS600H Repair Manual
^ Engine/Hybrid System - Lubrication - "2UR-FSE Lubrication: Oil and Oil Filter: Replacement"
2008/2009 GS460 Repair Manual
Engine/Hybrid System - Lubrication - "1UR-FSE Lubrication: Oil and Oil Filter: Replacement"
2008/2009 IS F Repair Manual
^ Engine/Hybrid System - Lubrication - "2UR GSE Lubrication: Oil and Oil Filter: Replacement"
2008/2009 LX570 Repair Manual
^ Engine/Hybrid System - Lubrication - "3UR-FE Lubrication: Oil and Oil Filter: Replacement"