Detroit Diesel — Replace Oil Filter Element (Canister Type)
Maintenance · Lubricating oil filter
From a Detroit Diesel service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
Before you start
- Be sure all old gasket material is removed from the filter shell and adaptor and that gasket surfaces have no nicks, burrs or other damage.
Procedure
- Remove the drain plug from the filter shell and drain the oil.
- Back out the center stud and withdraw the shell, element and stud as an assembly. Discard the element and the shell gasket.
- Remove the center stud and gasket; retain the gasket unless damaged and oil leaks occurred. Remove the nut on the center stud.
- Remove and discard the element retainer seal; install a new seal.
- Clean the filter shell and the adaptor. Assemble the spring, washer, seal and retainer on the stud. Use a new gasket and slide the stud through the filter shell.
- Install a new shell gasket in the filter adaptor. Position the new filter element over the center stud and within the shell, then place the assembly on the filter adaptor and tighten the stud to 50-60
- Install the drain plug. Start and run the engine for a short period and check for oil leaks, then check oil level after approximately twenty minutes.
Specs & values
- Center stud 50-60 FridayParts $15.68 lb-ft (68-81 N*m)
Source: Detroit Diesel service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.