Oil Filter: Service and Repair
OIL FILTER ASSEMBLYREMOVAL
1. Loosen the oil filter cap by turning it counterclockwise to drain oil in the oil filter.
2. Drain the engine coolant.
3. Disconnect the oil pressure switch connector.
4. Remove the surge tank and the intake manifold (A) with the delivery pipe assembly.
5. Disconnect the water hoses from ETC.
6. Remove the water temperature control assembly (A).
7. Disconnect the water vent hose (A).
8. Remove the oil filter body cover (B).
9. Remove the oil filter body.
NOTE: Be careful of the knock sensor connector.
INSTALLATION
1. Install the oil filter body and new O-rings.
Tightening torque 9.80 - 11.76Nm (1.0 - 1.2kgf.m, 7.23 - 8.68 lb-ft)
NOTE:
^ All rubber gaskets must not be damaged by assembling parts.
^ Be careful of the knock sensor connector.
^ Always use a new O-rings
2. Install the oil filter body cover (B) and a new gasket on the oil filter body
Tightening torque 9.80 - 11.76 Nm (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.23 - 8.68 lb-ft)
3. Connect the water vent hose (A)
4. Install the water temperature control assembly (A).
5. Connect the water hoses on the ETC.
6. Connect the oil pressure switch connector.
7. Install the intake manifold (A) and the surge tank.
8. Fill with engine coolant.
9. Start engine and check for leaks.
10. Recheck engine coolant level.