What is an oil filter?

The best oil filter cleans the engine oil when filling the lubrication system and during engine operation. It is powered by the oil pump and consists of a protective metal shell, a filter membrane and a gasket.

 

Where is it situated?

The oil filter does not always have the same place in the engine, it can either be at the top of the engine at the front or rear or next to the engine.

 

What role does it play?

The oil filter has the role of retaining impurities but also to give a good flow of oil so that the engine and therefore the vehicle work perfectly. Servicing an Oil Filter A used oil filter will allow particles to pass that can seriously damage engine parts. In addition, make sure to use a good quality oil because a poor quality oil will deteriorate the oil filter faster.

 

Signs of dysfunctions

If the filter gets clogged, a safety valve in the form of a valve opens and the oil is no longer filtered. If an unfiltered oil is injected into the engine, the impurities will clog it and cause it to wear. There is no sign of wear for the oil filters so anticipate and adopt a good maintenance procedure.

We advise you to change them every 10 000 km for gasoline engines and 15 000 km for diesel engines.

 

Consequences of a used oil filter

• Oil poorly filtered and saturated with impurities
• Power loss
•  Engine wear
• Increased fuel consumption

How to change its oil filter?

Changing the oil filter is a simple task. To do this, simply loosen the filter screws with a wrench if necessary. Clean it with a clean, dry cloth, then oil the filter gasket and replace and tighten the filter. It is strongly recommended to change the oil filter at the same time as you are draining your vehicle.

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5. Replacement of an oil filter:

 

The oil filter is mounted on all combustion engines to ensure a quality lubricant. Replacing an oil filter is not a difficult operation. You need a drain wrench and a strap or claw wrench to loosen and tighten the filter. You must choose the oil filter compatible with your vehicle and know the amount of oil needed for your engine.

Warning: When replacing an oil filter it is necessary to change the engine oil.

 

at. Dismantling an oil filter:

 

- Locate your oil filter .
- Visually check the compatibility of the new oil filter with that fitted to the engine.
- Lift and block the right vehicle to completely empty the oil pan .
- Disassemble the motor protection, according to the equipment.
- Put a recovery tank to recover the used oil.
- Use the drain wrench to loosen the screw on the sump .
- Let all the engine oil flow into the container.
- If the oil filter e is screwed in this case loosen your filter using a suitable tool (strap or claw).
- If the oil filter is in the form of cartridge (filter element type) in this case loosen the cover of the filter housing and removed from its housing.
- Close the drain screw.

 

b. Reassembly of an oil filter:

 

- Check that the new oil filter is identical to the one removed.
- Replace the oil filter seals .
- Lubricate new seals with oil before reassembly.
- Lubricate the parts in contact with the lubricant of the oil filter .
- Fit the oil filter .
- In the case of a screwed oil filter , tighten it to the prescribed torque.
- In the case of a filter element, put the oil filter in its housing and tighten the lid to the prescribed torque.
- Remove the dipstick and clean it.
- Open the engine oil filler cap.
- Fill the oil with the quantity recommended by the manufacturer.
- Check the oil level with the dipstick .
- Add oil if necessary.
- Recheck the oil level that must be between the min and max indicated on the dipstick.
- Start the engine and let it idle a little.
- Stop the engine and allow it to cool.
- Check the oil level again.