Chapter 8 PERIODIC INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
8-4
Changing the oil filter
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Do not use any oil filter that has dents, as the filter may be damaged during operation, resulting in a fuel leakage
and possible fire.
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To avoid damage to the filter, do not use a filter wrench. Tighten the filter by hand.
1. Clean around the oil filter.
2. Place a drip pan under the oil filter.
3. Using a filter wrench, remove oil filter.
Note: Check the element of the oil filter that has been
removed. If metal particles are found, consult
your Mitsubishi dealer.
4. Thoroughly wipe off oil on the mounting surface of
oil filter with a cloth.
5. Check the new oil filter for proper seating of gas-
ket.
6. Apply clean engine oil to gasket on the new oil fil-
ter.
7. Install the oil filter. When the filter gasket contacts
the mounting surface of filter, tighten the filter with
specified torque.
Fig. 8-5 Changing oil filter
Fig. 8-6 Oil filter
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