Special tools required:

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11 4 390
13 3 061
13 3 063

For identification of special tools, refer to ENGINE- SPECIAL TOOLS .

NOTE: When the main flow oil-filter cover is released, the oil flows from the oil-filter housing back into the sump.

Unfasten oil filter cover.

Fig 1: Unfastening Oil Filter Cover

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Installation:

Replace sealing ring.

Tightening torque 11 42 2AZ. Refer to 11 42 OIL FILTER AND PIPES .

Installation:

Replace sealing ring in oil-filter cover and sealing ring on bolt.

Fig 2: Replacing Sealing Rings

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Check sealing rings (1 and 2) on special tool 11 4 390, replace if necessary.

Fig 3: Checking Sealing Rings On Special Tool

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Insert special tool 11 4 390 and tighten down oil filter cover.

Fig 4: Inserting Special Tool

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Connect special tools 13 3 061 / 13 3 063.

Start engine and check engine oil pressure.

Fig 5: Checking Oil Pressure

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