Changing the Engine Oil and Filter

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  1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, apply the park brake, and shutdown the engine.
  2. Place a drain pan under the oil pan.
  3. Remove the oil drain plug and let the oil drain into the drain pan.
  4. Clean the drain plug and set aside.
  5. Remove the oil filter and clean the rim of the oil filter housing.
  6. Lubricate the O-ring of the new oil filter, then install the oil filter. Tighten the filter by hand until snug, being careful not to overtighten.
  7. Install the oil drain plug. Tighten the plug 18 lbf·ft (24 N·m).
  8. When determining the type of engine oil to use, look for the API starburst symbol, shown in Fig.. Also look for the Dexos 1 Approved-Gen 2 symbol (for 6.6 L engines), shown in Fig..
    Fill the engine with SAE 5W–30 oil as follows:

    • 6.0 L engines—6 quarts (5.6 L) of oil

    • 6.6 L engines—8.4 quarts (8 L) of oil

      Fig. 1, API Symbol

      Fig. 2, Dexos 1 Approved-Gen 2 Symbol (for 6.6 L engines)

  9. Pull out the dipstick, clean it and put the dipstick all the way back in. Remove the dipstick again to check that the correct amount of oil has been added.
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Parent topic: Checking and Changing of the Engine Oil and Filter, Gasoline Engines
Document Number: 0000116489
Manual Publication Date: 2024-05-14
Topic Publication Date: 2024-11-19