Changing the oil and oil filter
Periodic oil and filter changes are the most important preventive maintenance procedures. As engine oil ages, it becomes thin and contaminated, leading to premature engine wear.
Before starting this procedure, gather together all the necessary tools and materials. It is necessary that the engine be warm in order for the oil to drain better along with the bulk of the contaminants.
1. Raise the front of the car and secure it on stands.
2. Remove the plug from the oil filler neck.
3. Loosen the drain plug about half a turn. Place an oil drain container under the drain plug and unscrew the plug completely. If necessary, press down on the plug when unscrewing to prevent the oil from leaking prematurely.
Engine 1.7L
4. When the oil is completely drained, wipe everything around the drain hole with a rag and screw the plug securely into place.
5. Install a container under the oil filter, which is located at the rear of the cylinder block.
6. Use the special tool to loosen the filter, then unscrew it by hand.
7. Wipe off all traces of oil and dirt around the filter attachment.
8. Lubricate the rubber seal of the new oil filter with a light coat of engine oil and screw on the filter by hand without using any tools.
9. Park the vehicle on a level, level surface.
Fill with oil using the correct grade of oil. Pour in half the required amount of oil and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the pan. Then continue adding oil in small increments until the oil level reaches the minimum level on the dipstick. By adding about one more liter of oil, the oil level will rise to the maximum level on the dipstick. Close the filler cap.
10. Start the engine and let it run for a few minutes. Check it for oil leaks around the filter and drain plug on the pan. Be aware that the oil pressure warning light may stay on for several seconds as oil must fill all channels and oil reservoirs in the engine.
11. Stop the engine and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the sump. Check the oil level and top up if necessary.
Engine 2.0L
12. To access the oil filter housing, unscrew the screws and remove the plastic housing from the top of the engine.
13. Unscrew the cover of the oil filter housing and remove the filter element.
14. Install the new filter element into the housing.
15. Install new O-rings on the filter element cover (indicated by arrows) and screw in the housing cover, tightening it to the required torque.
16. When the oil is completely drained, wipe everything around the drain hole with a rag and screw the plug securely into place.
17. Fill engine oil into the engine.
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