Northern Lights NL844LW2 / NL844W2 — Changing Lube Oil Filter
Maintenance
For the Northern Lights NL844LW2 / NL844W2, from the Northern Lights operator's manual.
Applies to: Northern Lights NL844LW2, Northern Lights NL844W2, Northern Lights 844 / 844L engine, Northern Lights 844L engine
Before you start
- Overtightening can damage the filter housing.
Parts for this job
- 24-03100 Oil filter — Northern Lights NL844LW2 Amazon eBay $23.45 NAPA $12.88
- 24-03100 Oil filter — Northern Lights NL844W2 Amazon eBay $23.45 NAPA $12.88
Part numbers from the service-parts lists for Northern Lights NL844LW2, Northern Lights NL844W2. Verify against your serial number before ordering; some links are affiliate links.
Procedure
- Use a filter wrench to remove old filter. Dispose in approved manner.
- Make sure the old gasket is removed and discarded. Clean mount face.
- Spread a thin film of engine oil on the new filter gasket and screw it on 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, wait 3 minutes, check level.
Tools required
- filter wrench Amazon
Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.
Specs & values
- Oil filter part number NL844W2 & LW2: #24-03100 Amazon eBay $23.45 NAPA $12.88
- change every 250 hours
Full service-parts list: Northern Lights NL844LW2 →, Northern Lights NL844W2 →
Source: Northern Lights operator'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.