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Drain the engine lubrication system (
A3.01).
Remove the engine oil filter (A) with a 32 mm socket wrench fitted in the relative seat, an extension (USAG 236
1/2" L = 250mm) and a reversible ratchet.
Turning counterclockwise (as indicated by the arrow), unscrew the complete engine oil filter (A).
Protect the surrounding area with absorbent cloths.
Remove the complete filter (A) via the space between the engine oil tank and the intake manifold.
On the workbench, detach the filter element (A1) from the cover (A2), releasing the retainer tabs.
There are plastic tabs at the top of the filter element which fasten to the cover.
Dispose of the filter element (A1) correctly in accordance with applicable recycling procedures.
Remove the gasket (1) from the cover (A2), taking particular care not to damage the seal recess.
Replace damaged parts or parts that have been dropped, even if there is no visual damage.
Select a new gasket (1) from the spare parts kit and install on the cover (A2), taking particular care not to
damage the gasket itself and the relative seal recess.
Ensure that the gasket (1) is installed correctly and is not twisted.
Replace damaged parts or parts that have been dropped, even if there is no visual damage.
DO NOT assemble the filter element if the drain pipe O-ring is missing.
Select a new filter element (A1) from the spare parts kit and check that the drain pipe O-ring (2) is installed
correctly
DO NOT fit the filter element directly onto the casting without fastening to the cover first.
Fit the new filter element (A1) onto the cover (A2), ensuring that the plastic retainer tabs click audibly into place.
When installing the filter element, take particular care not to bend or damage the plastic retainer tabs.
If the filter element does not fix correctly to the cover, check that the By-pass valve is still correctly installed
in the cover. If the valve has accidentally detached, replace the cover with a new component. Do not
attempt to repair the By-pass valve, as this may severely compromise filtration.
Check that the filter element (A1) is securely fastened to the cover (A2).
Lubricate the outer edge of the gasket (1) with new engine oil.
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