Engine Lubrication: Service and Repair

Oil And Oil Filter, Changing

Special tool: 2903





Changing engine oil
Always use oil of the correct grade:

As per API-Service min. SF*

As per CCMC class G2/G3

*Oils designated SF/CC and SF/CD fulfil this requirement. Ensure engine is hot before draining oil.

Use new sump plug seal. Torque 60 Nm (44 ft.lb).

Capacity, excluding oil filter 3.5 l (3.7 US qt)
including oil filter 4.0 l (4.2 US qt)


Oil filter, replacement





Remove oil filter
Use tool 2903.

Remove filter from engine compartment side. Use paper or waste to mop up oil spillage.





Install new oil filter
Coat face of seal with oil.





Tighten oil filter
Screw home filter by hand until seal makes firm contact. Tighten a further 1/2-3/4 turn.

Fill engine with oil.

Start engine.

Inspect filter for leakage.

When replacing filter only:

Top up engine with 0.5 l (0.5 US qt) of oil.