Oil filter — removal and installation (Opel Frontera A)

The filter is located at the bottom of the oil pump. The filter is a replaceable filter element. A special key is used to remove it. When installing the filter, lubricate the sealing ring with oil and secure the filter so that the ring is pressed. In auto repair shops, a special wrench with torque control is used to tighten the filter. Filter tightening torque 15 Nm.



Insert a new sealing ring into the filter groove as shown in the illustration, lubricating it with oil.

There is a bypass valve in the filter housing. It can be replaced if necessary. The valve is located under the plug. To remove the plug, you need to drill a hole and cut an M10 thread. Screw in an M10 bolt and pull out the plug with pliers.

The new valve is pressed into the hole with a 15 mm diameter mandrel until it stops.

After replacing the oil filter, check the oil level in the system, even if the filter was replaced during the oil change. Fill the engine with the specified amount of oil.

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