Engine Oil And Filter Change
WARNING:
New or used engine oil can be irritating to the skin. Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact with engine oil. Contaminants in used engine oil, caused by internal combustion, can be hazardous to your health. Thoroughly wash exposed skin with soap and water. Do not wash skin with gasoline, diesel fuel, thinner, or solvents, health problems can result. Do not pollute, dispose of used engine oil properly. Contact your dealer or government agency for location of collection center in your area.
Change the engine oil at the mileage and time intervals described in the Maintenance Schedule. Refer to MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES, DESCRIPTION .
- Run the engine until achieving normal operating temperature.
- Position the vehicle on a level surface and turn the engine off.
- Remove the engine belly pan. Refer to BELLY PAN, ENGINE, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
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- Remove the oil fill cap (1).
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE
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- Place a suitable oil collecting container under the oil pan drain plug (2).
- Remove the oil pan drain plug (2) and allow the oil to drain into the collecting container. Inspect the drain plug threads for stretching or damage. Replace the drain plug and gasket if damaged.
- Remove the oil filter (1). Refer to FILTER, ENGINE OIL, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Install the oil pan drain plug (1) and tighten the drain plug to the proper specification Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Install a new oil filter. Refer to FILTER, ENGINE OIL, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Fill the crankcase with the specified type and amount of engine oil. Refer to CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, SPECIFICATIONS .
- Install the oil fill cap.
- Start the engine and inspect for leaks.
- Install the engine belly pan. Refer to BELLY PAN, ENGINE, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- To reset the oil change indicator. Refer to MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES, DESCRIPTION .
- Using a scan tool, go to ECM Misc Functions and run the "Oil change and/or level sensor replacement" routine.
- If required, check the oil level. Refer to OIL, STANDARD PROCEDURE .


