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MAINTENANCE
Engine Oil
Oil and Filter Change
8. Using a clean dry cloth, clean the oil filter cover on the crankcase.
9. Place shop towels beneath the filter cover to catch oil drips. Remove
the cover screws and remove the cover to access the oil filter.
10. Remove the oil filter and spring, retaining the spring for
reinstallation.
11. Using a clean dry cloth, clean the surface of the crankcase.
12. Lubricate the o-ring for the new filter with a film of fresh engine oil.
Check to make sure the o-ring is in good condition. Install the o-
ring to the filter cover.
13. Reinstall the oil filter spring, then install the new filter.
14. Reinstall the oil filter cover and o-ring. Torque the screws to 88 in.
lbs. (10 Nm).
15. Fill the sump with 1.75 quarts (1.65 l) of the recommended oil.
16. Reinstall the upper fill cap (if removed) and tighten the dipstick.
17. Make sure the transmission is in PARK. Apply the brakes.
18. Start the engine. Allow it to idle for one to two minutes.
19. Stop the engine. Inspect for leaks.
20. Re-check the oil level on the dipstick and add oil as necessary to
bring the level to the upper mark on the dipstick.
21. Dispose of used filter and oil properly.
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