Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Oil Filter: Service and Repair

REPLACING THE ENGINE OIL FILTER
1. Use a filter wrench to remove the oil filter.
2. Before installing a new oil filter on the engine, apply clean engine oil to the surface of the rubber gasket.
3. Tighten the oil filter to the specified torque.

Tightening torque
Oil filter: 17 - 25 N.m (170 - 250 kg.cm, 10 - 18 lb.ft)

4. Start and run the engine and check for engine oil leaks.




5. After turning off the engine, check the oil level and add oil as necessary.