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Chapter 9 LUBRICATION SYSTEM
2.11 Oil Filter - Inspect
When replacing the oil filter, sample the oil (500 ml [0.13
U.S. gal]) and check for metal and other particles. If metal
or other particles are found, cut and unfold the element, and
inspect the color and shape of metal particles trapped in ele-
ment to identify the cause.
Oil Filter - Inspect
2.12 Oil Filter Alarm - Inspect
(1) Use a tester to check the alarm for insulation and conti-
nuity. If the alarm is defective, disassemble and repair.
If the bakelite or rubber insulations are deteriorated or
damaged, replace the alarm.
(2) If the filter alarm activation pressure is out of the stan-
dard, replace the alarm with a new one.
Oil Filter Alarm - Inspect
2.13 Oil Filter - Assemble
To assemble, follow the disassembly sequence in reverse.
Thoroughly clean oil passages with wash oil, and dry the
cleaned parts with compressed air.
2.14 Oil Filter Cartridge - Install
(1) Remove dust and contamination on oil filter cartridge
mating face.
(2) Apply clean engine oil on oil filter gasket.
(3) After the oil filter gasket contacts with base surface,
tighten the cartridge by 3/4 to 1 turn by hand.
(4) Start the engine, and make sure that there is no fuel
leaks.
Item Standard value
Oil filter alarm
differential pressure for
activation of alarm
0.15 to 0.18 MPa
{1.5 to 1.8 kgf/cm
2
}
[217.6 to 261.1 psi]
(a) When installing oil filter cartridge, tighten it by
hand. (Do not use filter wrench.)
(b) Be careful not to dent or damage the surface of
cartridge.