Northern Lights M864 — SP3. Changing Lube Oil Filter
Maintenance
For the Northern Lights M864, from the Northern Lights owner's manual.
Applies to: Northern Lights M864
Before you start
- Overtightening can damage the filter housing.
Parts for this job
- 24-02002 Oil filter Amazon eBay $21.99 NAPA $23.67
Part numbers from the service-parts list for Northern Lights M864. Verify against your serial number before ordering; some links are affiliate links.
Procedure
- Use a filter wrench to remove the old filter; dispose of it in an approved manner.
- Make sure the old gasket is removed and discarded; clean the mount face.
- Spread a thin film of engine oil on the new filter's rubber gasket and screw onto nipple until gasket meets sealing surface.
- Using hands only, tighten filter one-half turn farther.
- Fill engine with recommended oil, start engine and check for leakage.
- Stop engine, wait 3 minutes, and check oil level; add oil if necessary.
Tools required
- Filter wrench Amazon
Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.
Specs & values
- Model 864K oil filter part number: #24-08701 Amazon eBay $23.95
Full service-parts list: Northern Lights M864 →
Source: Northern Lights 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.