Isuzu 4LE2 — Engine Oil and Oil Filter Element Change
Maintenance · engine oil / oil filter
For the Isuzu 4LE2, from the Isuzu owner's manual.
Applies to: Isuzu 4LE2, Isuzu 4LE2 engine
Before you start
- Do not drain oil while the engine is still hot
Parts for this job
- X13201002 Oil filter — Isuzu 4LE2 Amazon eBay $23.95 PartsGeek $11.97 NAPA $14.63
- X13201002 Oil filter — Isuzu 4LE2 engine Amazon eBay $23.95 PartsGeek $11.97 NAPA $14.63
Part numbers from the service-parts lists for Isuzu 4LE2, Isuzu 4LE2 engine. Verify against your serial number before ordering; some links are affiliate links.
Procedure
- Wipe clean around the oil filler cap and remove it.
- Remove the oil pan drain plug and drain the engine oil completely.
- Use a filter wrench to remove the cartridge type oil filter element.
- Apply lightly engine oil to the O-ring of the new cartridge.
- Turn in new cartridge until its sealed face contacts the O-ring.
- Turn the cartridge in a further 3/4 turn with a filter wrench.
- Reinstall the drain plug and fill with new engine oil by the oil filler port.
- Wait about fifteen minutes and check the oil level with the dipstick.
Tools required
- filter wrench Amazon
Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.
Specs & values
- Engine oil: API CC or CD grade
- Lub. oil volume: 8.1 L (8.3 qts)
Full service-parts list: Isuzu 4LE2 →, Isuzu 4LE2 engine →
Source: Isuzu owner's 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.