Engine Oil: Replacement

WARNING: Be careful when draining because oil is hot and could cause personal injury.

Warm engine to normal operating temperature and turn engine off. Position a suitable container under oil pan.
Remove oil filler cap and oil pan drain plug.

Fig 1: Identifying Oil Pan Drain Plug
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Allow oil to be fully drained.
Install drain plug with new gasket.
Tightening torque:

22~30 lb-ft (29~41 N.m, 3.0~4.2 kg-m)
Refill engine with specified type and amount of engine oil.
Run engine and check for leaks.
Check oil level and add oil if necessary.
Oil pan capacity:

3.2 U.S. qt (3.0 liters, 2.6 lmp qt)

Fig 2: Checking Oil Level
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Install oil filler cap.