7-10
79MH0-74E
Tightening (viewed from filter top)
54G093
(1) Oil filter
(2) 3/4 turn
5) Tighten the filter specified turn from the
point of contact with the mounting sur-
face (or to the specified torque) using
an oil filter wrench.
Tightening torque for oil filter
3/4 turn or
14 Nm (1.4 kg-m, 10.3 lb-ft)
(For Diesel Engine Model)
NOTE:
Since special procedures and tools are
required, it is recommended that you trust
this job to your authorised Maruti Suzuki
workshop.
1) Using a socket or a ring spanner
remove oil filter housing cover (3).
61M7001
(1) Loosen
(2) Tighten
2) Remove the old oil filter element and
replace it with a new oil filter element.
3) Clean the surface of oil filter cap and
replace the O-ring.
4) Tighten the oil filter housing cover on
the oil filter housing using a socket or
ring spanner to the specified torque.
Tightening torque for oil filter
25 Nm (2.5 kg-m, 18.5 lb-ft)
Refill with Oil and Check for Leaks
1) Pour oil through the filler hole and
install the filler cap.
For the approximate capacity of the oil,
refer to the “Capacities” item in the
“SPECIFICATIONS” section.
2) Start the engine and look carefully for
leaks at the oil filter and drain plug. Run
the engine at various speeds for at least
5 minutes.
3) Stop the engine and wait about 5 min-
utes. Check the oil level again and add
oil if necessary. Check for leaks again.
NOTICE
To tighten the oil filter properly, it is
Important to accurately identify the
position at which the filter gasket
first contacts the mounting surface.
(1)
(2)
EXAMPLE
(1)
(2)
(3)
EXAMPLE
NOTICE
To prevent oil leakage, make sure
that the oil filter is tight, but do not
over-tighten it.
