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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
4. Remove the drain bolt and washer from
the bottom of the engine, and drain the
oil into a suitable container.1.5 L engine models
Drain Bolt
Washer
2.0 L engine models with Auto Idle Stop
Drain Bolt
Washer
2.0 L engine models without Auto Idle
Stop
Drain Bolt
Washer
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
5. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
6. Check that the filter gasket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
u If it is stuck, you must detach it.
7. Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
contact surface of the engine block, and
install a new oil filter.
u Apply a light coat of new engine oil to
the filter gasket.
8. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
reinstall the drain bolt.
u Tightening torque:
30 lbf∙ft (40 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
9. Pour the recommended engine oil into the
engine.
u Engine oil change capacity (including
filter):
3.7 US qt (3.5 L)
4.4 US qt (4.2 L)
5.7 US qt (5.4 L)1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil
filter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer.
When installing the new oil filter, follow the
instructions supplied with the oil filter.
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. If the
Engine oil pressure low appears, turn off the
engine, and check your work.
Oil Filter
1.5 L engine models
2.0L engine models with Auto Idle Stop
Oil Filter1.5 L engine models
2.0 L engine models with Auto Idle Stop
2.0 L engine models without Auto Idle Stop
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
10. Reinstall the engine oi l fill cap securely and
start the engine.
11. Run the engine for a few minutes, and
then check that ther e is no leak from the
drain bolt or oil filter.
12. Stop the engine, wait for three minutes,
and then check the oil level on the
dipstick.
u If necessary, add more engine oil.2.0 L engine models without Auto Idle
Stop
Oil Filter
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