Oil Filter

Replacement

JAPAN-MADE oil filter:

WARNING

1. Remove the oil filter with the oil filter wrench.

2. Inspect the threads and rubber seal on the new filter. Wipe off seat on engine block, then apply a light coat of oil to the filter rubber seal.

NOTE: Use only filters with a built-in bypass system.

3. Install the oil filter by hand.

4. After the rubber seal seats, tighten the oil filter clockwise with the tool.

Tighten: 7/8 turn clockwise.

Tightening torque: 22 N•m (2.2 kgf•m, 16 lbf•ft)

CAUTION: Installation using other than the above procedure could result in serious engine damage due to oil leakage.