Engine Oil

Repair Procedures

Replacement

Be careful not to damage parts located under the vehicle (floor under cover, fuel filter, fuel tank, and canister) when lifting the vehicle with a lift. (Refer to General Information - Jack Lifting Points and Support Points)

Prolonged and repeated contact with mineral oil will remove natural fats from the skin, leading to dry skin, irritation and dermatitis. In addition, used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may cause skin cancer. Take care to minimize the length and frequency of skin contact with used engine oil. Wear protective clothing and gloves. Thoroughly wash skin with soap and water, or use a waterless hand cleaner to remove used engine oil. Do not use gasoline, thinners, or solvents. To protect the environment, dispose of used oil and used oil filters only at designated collection points.

1. 1
   Park the vehicle on a level surface.
2. 2
   Drain the engine oil.

   1. Remove the oil filler cap.
   2. Remove the drain tube under the cover (A).

      

   3. With the vehicle raised, remove the drain plug (A) and drain the oil into a container.

      

3. 3
   Replace the oil filter.

   1. Remove the oil filter cover (A).

      

   2. Replace the O-ring (A) of the oil filter cover with a new one.

      

   3. Install a new oil filter element (A).

      

   4. Inspect and clean the oil filter installation surface.
   5. Apply clean engine oil to the new O-rings (A).

      

   6. Lightly screw the oil filter cap onto the housing by hand until the O-ring contacts the seat, then tighten it.

      Check that the O-ring (A) is correctly installed inside the cap.

   7. Finally, retighten it to the specified torque.

      Tightening torque: 31.4–38 N·m

4. 4
   Fill with new engine oil.

   1. Install the drain plug (A) with a new gasket.

      Tightening torque: 34.3–44 N·m

      

   2. Install the drain plug under the cover (A).

      

   3. Fill with new engine oil while checking the oil level with the dipstick. Total capacity: 6.7 L (7.08 US qt, 5.89 Imp qt, 1.77 US gal). Oil pan: 6.4 L (6.76 US qt, 5.63 Imp qt, 1.69 US gal). Drain and refill, including oil filter: 6.5 L (6.87 US qt, 5.72 Imp qt, 1.72 US gal).

      Fill the engine with approximately half of the capacity, then add the remaining oil after waiting. Do not fill the oil above the "F" mark. Check the oil level frequently with the dipstick to prevent overfilling.

   4. Install the oil filler cap and the oil level dipstick.
5. 5
   Start the engine and check that no oil leaks from the drain plug or the oil filter.
6. 6
   Recheck the engine oil level.

   When rechecking the engine oil level, be sure to warm up the engine sufficiently beforehand. Otherwise, the measured oil level may not meet the specification.

Inspection

Make sure the vehicle is on a level surface.

1. 1
   Warm up the engine, then stop it and wait 5 minutes.
2. 2
   Turn off the engine and wait several minutes (approximately 5 minutes) for the oil to return to the oil pan.
3. 3
   Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and fully reinsert it.
4. 4
   Make sure the oil level is between the "L" and "F" marks on the engine oil level dipstick.
5. 5
   If the level is low, check for leaks and add oil up to the "F" mark.

   Use a funnel to prevent spilling oil on the engine components.

   Do not overfill the engine with oil above the full level mark.

6. 6
   Check the engine oil for white cloudiness or heavy contamination.
7. 7
   If the engine oil appears milky or white, it is likely contaminated with engine coolant. Repair or replace the damaged parts.

• API SM, ILSAC GF-4 or higher

For best performance and maximum protection in all types of operation, use only lubricants that: 1 Meets ACEA classification requirements. 2 Have the proper SAE viscosity grade for the expected ambient temperature range. 3 Carry both an SAE viscosity grade and an ACEA service classification on the container; otherwise, do not use them.