FUEL FILTER
This vehicle is equipped with an in-line fuel filter. This filter should be replaced
by your dealer or other qualified person at the intervals recommended in the
Periodic Maintenance Chart sections.
NOTE
Do not attempt to clean the fuel filter.
OIL CHANGE
CAUTION
Hot oil can cause burns to skin. Do not allow hot oil to contact skin.
1. Position the vehicle on a level surface. Set the parking brake.
2. Clean the area around the pre-filter plug.
3. Start the engine. Allow it to idle for two to three minutes.
4. Stop the engine.
5. Place a drain pan under the engine crankcase.
6. Remove the pre-filter plug. Allow the oil to drain completely.
7. Wash the oil pre-filter screen with solvent to remove debris. Allow the screen
to air dry.
8. The external oil filter is located behind the driver’s seat in front of the battery
tray. The screw on the oil filter should be replaced when oil is changed. With
the oil drained from the crankcase, unscrew the oil filter and replace with a
new one. Ensure that the oil filter gasket is properly seated, lubricated with oil
and in good condition. Do not over tighten the oil filter.
9. Clean the pre-filter plug. Install a new sealing washer on the plug. The
sealing surfaces on the plug and crankcase should be clean and free of
burrs, nicks or scratches.
10.Reassemble the pre-filter screen and spring to the pre-filter plug.
11. Reinstall the pre-filter drain plug. Torque to 14 ft. lbs. (19 Nm).
12.Remove the dipstick. Add 35.5 oz. (1050 ml) of the recommended oil. Do not
overfill. See the Specifications section for capacities.
13.Reinstall the dipstick.
14.Start the engine. Allow it to idle for one to two minutes.
15.Stop the engine and inspect for leaks.
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