Engine Oil: Service and Repair

Oil/oil filter, replacing

Special tools:
999 5679 Oil filter spanner 999 5679 Oil Filter Spanner

Note! The illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and/or models. Some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Replacing the oil and oil filter

Draining the oil





Warning! Hot oil can scald.Avoid skin contact with engine oil, particularly if the engine oil is dirty.Immediately wash hands and any skin that has been in contact with oil. Use a suitable cleaning agent and warm water.Wear protective gloves when working with engine oil.

Raise the vehicle. See: Jacking points, body Service and Repair and position an oil container.

Hint: The engine should be at operating temperature for the oil to drain more easily.

Remove:
- the lower splash guard. Position the container under the engine oil pan
- the oil pan plug. Discard the gasket. Drain the engine oil.

Removing the oil filter




Position the container under the oil filter.
Remove the oil filter housing. Use tool: 999 5679 Oil filter spanner 999 5679 Oil Filter Spanner.
Reinstall the oil plug again. Tighten. See Tightening torque Tightening Torque. Always use a new sealing washer.

Replace the oil filter insert





Remove:
- the filter insert from the housing
- the O-ring that seals between the housing and the oil trough.
Allow the filter insert to drain and then discard it in an approved place.

Installing the oil filter





Caution! Clean the housing.

Install:
- a new filter insert
- a new O-ring. Lubricate the O-ring
- the oil filter housing. Tighten to Tightening torque Tightening Torque.
Install the lower cover.

Filling with engine oil
Lower the vehicle and fill with oil.

Check:
Start the engine and check for oil leakage.
Stop the engine and give the oil time to run down into the oil pan.
Then check the oil level. Top up if necessary but do not overfill. Wipe the engine compartment clean. Ensure that the steering wheel and the gear selector lever are clean.