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Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement

Danger: Do not use a service jack in locations other than those specified to lift this vehicle. Lifting the vehicle with a jack in those other locations could cause the vehicle to slip off the jack and roll; this could cause injury or death.

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Place a drain pan under the sump drain plug.



3. Remove the sump drain plug (1), and allow the oil to drain completely.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

4. Install the oil sump drain plug and tighten to 14 N·m (124 lb in).

Warning: Refer to Hot Exhaust System Warning in the Preface section.




5. Place the drain pan under the oil filter (1).
6. Remove the oil filter. Allow the oil to drain completely.

1. Lubricate the NEW oil filter gasket with clean engine oil.
2. Tighten the oil filter (1) to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).
3. Lower the vehicle.
4. Refill the engine oil. Refer to Approximate Fluid Capacities .
5. Start the engine and inspect for leaks.
6. Reset the oil life monitor.