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Maintenance Under the Hood

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Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter

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Remove the oil filter and dispose of the 
remaining oil.

6.

Check that the filter gasket is not stuck to 
the engine contact surface.

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If it is stuck, you must detach it.

7.

Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the 
contact surface of the engine block, and 
install a new oil filter.

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Apply a light coat of new engine oil to 
the filter gasket.

8.

Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then 
reinstall the drain bolt.

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Tightening torque: 
30 lbf∙ft (40 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)

9.

Pour the recommended engine oil into the 
engine.

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Engine oil change capacity (including 
filter): 

3.7 US qt (3.5 L)

4.4 US qt (4.2 L)

10.

Reinstall the engine oil fill cap securely and 
start the engine.

11.

Run the engine for a few minutes, and 
then check that there is no leak from the 
drain bolt or oil filter.

12.

Stop the engine, wait for three minutes, 
and then check the oil level on the 
dipstick.

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If necessary, add more engine oil.

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Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter

You will need a special wrench to replace the oil 
filter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer.

When installing the new oil filter, follow the 
instructions supplied with the oil filter.

Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. If the 
low oil pressure warning appears, turn off the 
engine, and check your work.

Oil Filter

1.5 L engine models

2.0 L engine models

Oil Filter

1.5 L engine models

2.0 L engine models