[ Edit: 2014/ 11/ 7 Model: T32-A ]
8-12 Maintenance and do-it-yourself
JVM0421X
MR20DD engine
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1
Oil filler cap
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2
Oil drain plug
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3
Oil filter
1. Place a large drain pan under the drain plug.
2. Remove the drain plug with a wrench.
3. Remove the oil filler cap and completely drain the
oil.
If the oil filter is to be changed, remove and
replace it at this time.
CAUTION:
Waste oil must be disposed of properly. Check
your local regulations.
4. Remove the plastic cover over the oil filter location
by removing the small plastic clips as illustrated.
(For QR25DE engine)
5. Loosen the oil filter with an oil filter wrench.
6. Remove the oil filter by turning it by hand.
7. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting surface with a
clean cloth.
Be sure to remove any old gasket remaining on the
mounting surface.
8. Apply new engine oil to the gasket of the new oil
filter.
9. Screw in the oil filter until a slight resistance is felt
and then tighten an additional 2/3 of a turn to
secure the filter.
Oil filter tightening torque:
15 to 20 N·m
(1.5 to 2.0 kg-m, 11 to 15 ft-lb)
10. Clean and reinstall the drain plug and new washer.
Securely tighten the drain plug with a wrench. Do
not use excessive force.
Drain plug tightening torque:
29 to 39 N·m
(3.0 to 4.0 kg-m, 22 to 29 ft-lb)
11. Refill the recommended engine oil and quantity.
(See “Recommended Fluids/lubricants and capa-
cities” (P.9-2).)
When filling the engine oil, do not remove
the dipstick.
12. Securely install the oil filler cap.
13. Start the engine.
14. Check the drain plug for any sign of leakage.
15. Dispose of the used oil in the proper manner.
Check your local regulations.
16. Check the engine oil level according to the proper
procedure. (See “Checking engine oil level” (P.8-
10).)
R9M engine:
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