Oil Filter: Service and Repair

REMOVE AND INSTALL





Fig. 112

CAUTION: When servicing the oil filter (Fig. 112), avoid deforming the filter. Use an appropriate oil filter removing tool. Position filter wrench strap close the seam at the base of the filter. The oil filter seam that joins the can to the base, is reinforced by the base plate.

1. Turn filter counterclockwise to remove.
2. Clean and check the filter mounting surface. The surface must be smooth, flat and free of debris or old pieces of rubber.
3. To install, lubricate new filter gasket. Screw filter on until gasket contacts base. Tighten to 21 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).