Oil Filter: Service and Repair

OIL FILTER


Removal and Installation


REMOVAL
1. Drain engine oil. Removal and Replacement.
2. Remove engine side undercover.





3. Remove the oil filter using Tool (A) as shown.

Tool number : KV10115801 (J-38956)


WARNING:
Be careful not to get burned; the engine oil may be hot.

CAUTION:
- When removing, prepare a shop cloth to absorb any oil leakage or spillage.
- Do not allow engine oil to adhere to the drive belts.
- Completely wipe off any oil that adheres to the engine and the vehicle.





- The oil filter is provided with a relief valve. Use a genuine NISSAN oil filter or equivalent

INSTALLATION
1. Remove foreign materials adhering to the oil filter installation surface.





2. Apply clean engine oil to the oil seal contact surface of the new oil filter.





3. Screw the oil filter manually until it touches the installation surface, then tighten it by turning another 2/3 turn, or tighten to specification using Tool.





4. Refill the engine with new engine oil. Removal and Replacement.
5. Check the oil level and add engine oil as necessary. Procedures.
6. After warming up the engine, check for any engine oil leaks.