Change the engine oil at the mileage and time intervals described in the Maintenance Schedules. Refer to MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES, DESCRIPTION .
Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.
1. Remove the oil fill cap.
2. Raise and support the vehicle.
3. Remove the belly pan. Refer to BELLY PAN, REMOVAL .
4. Place a suitable drain pan under the oil pan drain.
5. Remove the drain plug from the oil pan and allow the oil to drain.
6. Inspect the drain plug threads for stretching or other damage and replace if necessary.
7. Install the drain plug and tighten to 27 N.m (20 ft. lbs.).
8. Install the belly pan. Refer to BELLY PAN, INSTALLATION .
9. Lower the vehicle and fill the crankcase with the specified type and amount of engine oil described in STANDARD PROCEDURE.
10. Install the oil fill cap.
11. Start the engine and check for leaks.
12. Stop the engine and check the oil level.
NOTE: Care should be exercised when disposing of used engine oil.