Lubricating oil becomes contaminated by
different matter (dust, water, fuel, wear metals, etc).
Engine lubricating oil filters cannot be cleaned. The
lubricating oil and the oil filter have now done their
work and it is time that they are changed.
Like the human body, the less contaminated the "Life
Blood" of an engine the longer it will "Live".
It is therefore advisable not to exceed the service
period for lubricating oil and filters recommended by
the manufacturer. Measuring jugs, funnels, etc., should
be kept clean and free of contaminants. NOTE: Never, never mix the smallest amounts of
anti-freeze, brake fluid and lubricating oil - the result
is disastrous! If possible rather use products directly
from their containers.
Here is what you will need:
A 5 litre can of Midas Liquid Gold or Castrol engine
lubricating oil. Check the owner's manual for SAE
rating of the lubricating oil and volume required
to service the vehicle.
A new Fram oil filter for the specific vehicle.
A set of spanners and an oil filter wrench.
Measuring containers, funnels etc., if necessary.
Absorbent non-fluff cloth.
An empty 5 litre container with side cut out to
crate a container for draining old engine oil.
Method:
Step 1.
Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature
making it easier to drain the engine oil. Make sure
the vehicle is on level ground. Switch off the engine,
open the bonnet and remove the oil filter cap.
Step 2.
Locate the oil drain plug, usually a hexagonal nut,
situated at the lowest point of the sump which is
at the bottom of the engine. Loosen the drain plug
with the correct size spanner, preferably a socket
or ring spanner by turning it counter clockwise. Before
removing the plug completely, place the container
in the best position to catch all the old oil. Be
careful, the oil will be hot.
Step 3.
While waiting for the engine oil to drain, loosen
the old oil filter by turning it counter clockwise
with the oil filter wrench. Complete removal by hand.
Use a cloth to hold the filter, as it will be hot
to hold.
Step 4.
Clean the filter seat on the engine and apply a light
smearing of new oil to the filter gasket of the new
Fram filter with your finger. Now install the new
Fram oil filter, specified for your vehicle. Start
screwing the filter on by hand, be careful not to
cross the thread. Only tighten the filter by hand.
Step 5.
Remove any sludge or metal particles from the drain
plug, wipe clean. Replace the oil drain plug in the
sump. Note some vehicles use a sealing gasket or washer
with the drain plug. Thread tape can be used to assist
with sealing on those drain plugs not fitted with
sealing gasket or washers. Tighten up with the spanner.
Measure out the correct amount of new oil and pour
into the engine through the oil funnel. Check the
dip-stick for the correct oil level. Start the engine
and let it fast idle foe 1 to 2 minutes to allow the
new oil to circulate through the filter. Check for
leaks around the filter and the drain plug. Switch
off the engine, wait a few minutes, remove the dip-stick
and check the level, add oil if necessary.
The filter is the only component that offers engine
protection.
It is also advisable to change the air filter at
this time.
Midas Motor Parts Centres recommend FRAM OIL AND
AIR FILTERS AND MIDAS or CASTROL OIL.
INDEMNITY
Remember this is for information only, for more details
consult the workshop manual for your vehicle.
