Operation Manual

Workshop maintenance
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V8 engines
Tdi engines
NOTE: On some models, to remove the oil
filter, it may be necessary to removethe front
engine undertray- see ’Engine undertray’,
earlier in this section.
ENGINE OIL FILTER RENEWAL
To prevent any possibility of air locks in the oil
pump, it is recommended that filter renewal is
carried out AFTER the engine oil has been
changed.
NOTE: On V8 engines, to minimise the risk of
draining the oil pump, ensure that the oil is at
the correct operating levelbefore removing
the filter.
• Turn the starter switch to position ’0’ and
disconnect the battery negative lead.
• Clean the area around the head of the
filter.
• Place a suitable container beneath the
filter.
• Using a strap wrench, unscrew the filter
(6) and discard it safely.
• Half fill the filter and smear the rubber
washer (7) of the new filter, with clean
engine oil of the correct specification (see
’General data’).
• Screw the filter on clockwise until the
rubber washer touches up against the
machined face, then tighten a further half
turn using hand pressure only. DO NOT
OVERTIGHTEN.
• Connect the battery negative lead and run
the engine at a fast idle for five minutes.
• Check the filter for leaks.
Stop the engine and let the vehicle stand for
five minutes to let the oil drain back into the
sump. Check the oil level (see ’Owner
maintenance’) and top up if necessary.