Engine Oil: Service and Repair

^ Tools Required
- J 29142 Oil Filter Wrench





1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
2. Position an oil drain pan under the engine oil filter cap and the oil drain plug.
3. Loosen the oil pan drain plug.





4. Remove the oil pan drain plug.
5. Clean and inspect the oil pan drain plug, repair or replace if necessary.
6. Clean and inspect the oil pan drain plug sealing surface on the oil pan, repair or replace oil pan if necessary.





7. Use the J 29142 oil filter wrench in order to loosen the engine oil filter cap.





8. Remove the oil filter cartridge and engine oil filter cap.
9. Clean and inspect the engine oil filter cap, repair or replace if necessary.
10. Clean and inspect the engine oil filter cap sealing surface on the oil pan, repair or replace oil pan if necessary.


Installation





1. Install the new oil filter cartridge and engine oil filter cap.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Tighten the engine oil filter cap.
^ Tighten the engine oil filter cap to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).





3. Install the oil pan drain plug.





4. Tighten the oil pan drain plug.
^ Tighten the oil pan drain plug to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
5. Remove the oil drain pan from under the vehicle.
6. Lower the vehicle.
7. Fill the engine with new engine oil.
8. Inspect for leaks.
9. Verify oil level.