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For more complete instruction, view robj80's DIY for 1.6L motor. Props!
Don't elevate without jack stands for safety!
Crush washer in good shape.
Filter located on front side of engine block.
Previous 6607 filter here, plenty of room for longer 7317:
Bought filter wrench today. Bent plastic out of way to use wrench.
Took a little wiggling to tighten the wrench and loosen the filter.
Some drippage after filter removal. Be prepared!
Can see threads well enough to install new one.
Comparing 7317
Don't elevate without jack stands for safety!
Crush washer in good shape.

Filter located on front side of engine block.
Previous 6607 filter here, plenty of room for longer 7317:

Bought filter wrench today. Bent plastic out of way to use wrench.
Took a little wiggling to tighten the wrench and loosen the filter.

Some drippage after filter removal. Be prepared!
Can see threads well enough to install new one.

Comparing 7317
to 6607 filter
Some room to hand-tighten, but not much!
Wrenching on new filter: do NOT overtighten!
I wouldn't bother with wrench if I had Fram with grippy end.
Ahhhh, golden goodness...
Is the drain plug back in?
Got every drop, about 3.5L
Drain and dispose, DIY depot
Circulating new oil, cleaning injectors, scrubbing valve seats...
Don't try this at home:hand:
And there ya go!:driving:


Some room to hand-tighten, but not much!

Wrenching on new filter: do NOT overtighten!
I wouldn't bother with wrench if I had Fram with grippy end.

Ahhhh, golden goodness...

Got every drop, about 3.5L

Drain and dispose, DIY depot

Circulating new oil, cleaning injectors, scrubbing valve seats...
Don't try this at home:hand:
