uuMaintenance Under the HooduChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter284Maintenance4. Remove the oil filter and dispose of theremaining oil.5. Check that the filter gasket is not stuck tothe engine contact surface.u If it is stuck, you must detach it.6. Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to thecontact surface of the engine block, andinstall a new oil filter.u Apply a light coat of new engine oil tothe oil filter rubber seal.7. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, thenreinstall the drain bolt.u Tightening torque:29 lbf∙ft (39 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)8. Pour the recommended engine oil into theengine.u Engine oil change capacity (includingfilter):4.5 US qt (4.3 L)9. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap securelyand start the engine.10. Run the engine for a few minutes, andthen check that there is no leak from thedrain bolt or oil filter.11. Stop the engine, wait for three minutes,and then check the oil level on thedipstick.u If necessary, add more engine oil.1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil FilterYou will need a special wrench to replace the oilfilter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer.When installing the new oil filter, follow theinstructions supplied with the oil filter.Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. Thelow oil pressure indicator should go off within fiveseconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, and checkyour work.Oil Filter
