Oil Change
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Position the vehicle on a level surface. Set the parking brake.
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Clean the area around the drain plug 1.
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Start the engine. Allow it to idle for 30 seconds.
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Stop the engine.
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Place a drain pan under the engine crankcase.
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Remove the drain plug and pre-filter screen 2. Allow the oil to drain completely.
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Wash the oil pre-filter screen with solvent to remove debris. Allow the screen to air dry.
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The external oil filter and oil cooler 3 are mounted to the chassis under the engine. The oil filter is accessible on the right side of the vehicle. The spin-on oil filter should be replaced when oil is changed. With the oil drained from the crankcase, unscrew the oil filter and replace with a new one. Ensure that the oil filter gasket is properly seated, lubricated with oil and in good condition. Do not over tighten the oil filter.
TORQUEExternal Oil Filter:
Turn by hand until filter O-ring contacts sealing surface, then turn an additional 3/4 turn.
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Reassemble the pre-filter screen and spring to the pre-filter plug.
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Reinstall the drain plug and tighten to specification.
Drain Plug:
10 ft-lbs (14 N·m)
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Remove the dipstick. Add 35.5 floz (1050 ml) of the recommended oil. Do not overfill. See the specifications section for capacities.
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Reinstall the dipstick.
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Start the engine. Allow it to idle for 30 seconds.
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Stop the engine and inspect for leaks.
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Wait at least 15 seconds before removing the oil dipstick. Check the oil level.
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Add oil as needed to bring the level to the upper mark on the dipstick.
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Dispose of used oil properly.