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General procedure for replacing the engine oil and oil filter in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
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Consult the manual to identify the specified oil, filter, quantity, and tightening torques.
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Planned oil viscosity and specification
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Planned oil quantity in liters
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What equipment has been prepared?
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Park on a level surface, switch off the engine, and apply the parking brake.
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Allow the engine to cool sufficiently to prevent burns.
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If the vehicle is raised, is it properly supported by approved axle stands at the points specified by the manufacturer?
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Open the oil filler cap and position the drain pan under the drain plug.
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Carefully remove the drain plug and allow the used oil to drain completely.
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Replace the sealing washer and reinstall the drain plug to the torque specified by the manufacturer.
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Remove the old filter, check that its seal has not remained stuck in place, then install the new filter according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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Actual quantity of new oil added in liters
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After starting the engine, did the oil pressure warning light go out normally?
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After inspection, is the installation free from leaks?
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What is the final oil level?
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Inspection photo of the oil change area
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Take the used oil and filter to an approved collection facility.
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Vehicle mileage at the time of the oil change
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References of the products used and observations
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