Detroit Diesel — Replacement of Oil Filter Element
Maintenance
From a Detroit Diesel service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
Before you start
- Use care to prevent foreign objects from entering the filter housing.
- Operate the engine in a well-ventilated area.
Procedure
- Clean the outside of the oil filter housing and unscrew the oil filter cap.
- Using a 36-mm socket, unscrew the cap and filter and allow the oil to drain into the housing.
- Remove the element by pressing and twisting the side to detach it from the cap.
- Remove and discard the oil filter O-ring; lightly lubricate a new O-ring and install on the cap.
- Check the filter housing for any debris.
- Insert a new filter element into the cap.
- Insert the element and cap assembly into the housing; torque the cap to 25 N·m (18 lb·ft).
- Start the engine and check for leaks.
- Stop the engine, wait 10 minutes and check the engine oil level.
Tools required
- 36-mm socket Amazon
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Specs & values
- Oil filter cap 25 N·m (18 lb·ft)
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.