For 1990-2009 cars

#### Special Tools

J 44887 Oil Filter Cap Tool

### Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
2. Place a drain pan under the oil drain plug.
3. Remove the oil pan drain plug.
4. Allow the oil to drain completely.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

5. Install the oil pan drain plug.

Tighten
Tighten the plug to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

Important: DO NOT use an open end wrench on the hex on top of the oil filter cap.

6. Use a J 44887 to loosen the oil filter cap.
7. Remove the oil filter cap and filter.
8. Remove the oil filter from the oil filter cap.
9. Inspect the oil filter cap O-ring seal for damage, replace as necessary.

### Installation Procedure

1. Install a NEW oil filter to the oil filter cap.
2. Install the oil filter cap and filter.

Notice: Over torquing the oil filter cap may cause damage to the oil filter cap resulting in an oil leak.

Important: DO NOT use an open end wrench on the hex on top of the oil filter cap.

3. Use a J 44887 on the hex on the top of the oil filter cap.

Tighten
Tighten the oil filter cap until fully seated. DO NOT exceed 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

4. Lower the vehicle.
5. Fill the engine with oil. Refer to Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations and Approximate Fluid Capacities.