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OIL FILTER

D2-6prose procedure

PREPARATION

SST

SST

49 G014 001
NameOil filter wrench
UsageFor replacement of oil filter

REPLACEMENT

Oil filter replacement

  1. 1
    Remove the oil filter by using the SST.
  2. 2
    Use a clean rag to wipe off the mounting surface on the oil cooler base.
  3. 3
    Apply a small amount of clean engine oil to the O-ring of the new filter.
    Illustration of applying clean engine oil to the O-ring of a new oil filter with a finger/brush. Illustrates lubricating the new filter O-ring.
  4. 4
    Install the oil filter and tighten it by hand until the O-ring contacts the oil cooler base.
  5. 5
    Tighten the filter 1 and 1/6 turns by using the SST.
    Illustration of tightening the oil filter with the SST 49 G014 001 oil filter wrench. Illustrates final tightening of the filter.
  6. 6
    Start the engine and check for leaks.
  7. 7
    Check the oil level and add oil if necessary.
Oil filter
135 - 173N·m
Oil filter capacity
0.3L {0.32 US qt, 0.26 Imp qt}

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