Nissan 15200-AR000 Oil Filter Assembly

Other forms of general periodic servicing include regular oil change, which is procedural since changed oil degrades and gets diluted, increasing the rate of wear of the engine. Make sure that you have all the equipment you will need as well as adequate amount of paper, rags or newspapers for cleaning up wipe mix-ups. Leave it on a flat surface, switch on accessories so that the engine gets warmed up and then switch off the engine. Lift the car with jackstands and drain the oil into a container with placing the drain plug; remove the plug with the correct wrench avoiding contact with hot parts of the exhaust system. Let the old oil fall to the floor, to observe it for the presence of metal particles, and clean the drain plug before replacing it and tightening it to the necessary degree of torque. Place the drain pan directly below the oil filter and then unscrew it with a filter wrench anti-clockwise then.Base the drain pan beneath the oil filter, remove the filter with the help of a filter wrench and while doing it be prepared not to spill any oil. Remove the oil filter mounting surface and examine if there is any trace of the old gasket; examine the old filter next to the new one. Coat the gasket of the new filter with the engine oil and fit it into its seating, without the use of a wrench. After discontinuing the use of tools and rags, lower the vehicle and pour more new oil using funnel to minimize leakage and check on the dip stick. Turn the engine on, and look for oil leakages especially at the oil pan drain plug and filter whereby they should be tightened if they are loose. After 5 minutes touch the oil level again and add more oil if the level has reduced. Check for leakage and oil level few travels after the change of the oil. Make sure that the used oil is properly discarded and that it is removed only in an appropriate container to a recycling center, and never just poured onto the ground or drain.

Oil change on a regular basis is an essential part of preventive vehicle maintenance, which is aimed at avoiding premature wearing out of the engine. It is recommended to replace the oil filter with every engine oil change. Before you start, gather all necessary tools and materials that will be needed for cleaning up any spills such as clean rags and newspapers. Ensure that the car is safely raised off the ground using ramps or jack stands, but never just a jack. Know where the oil drain plug and oil filter are located in your car. Warm up the engine and let it run for about five minutes so that oil drains better from it. When warm, lift and properly secure the vehicle. Lower yourself down to your back once you are through with this operation, place the drain pan below your position then remove drain plug very cautiously with appropriate wrench enabling oil to flow into pan. Wipe and clean drain plug before reinstalling it again on its place. Next, put a drain pan beneath the old oil filter, unscrew it by using an oil filter wrench till completely empty of residue then lower it to touch ground slowly. Ensure they are same type by comparing both new one and old filter side by side Clean this area if dirty while putting new gasket on lubricate it with clean oil; hand tight per the manufacturer's instructions Screw down the vehicle until it reaches its initial position before lifting it out of its position during repair process Reach in to open engine compartment Find an opening on top of the engine where one can pour some fresh oil into Put enough quantity then check dipstick for level keeping in mind that few seconds when starting motor will also allow new to circulate Re-examine what you have done checking level, leaks etc Do not be surprised especially after doing everything correctly on your first few trips following an overhaul of an automobile since leakage may still occur properly dispose these items locally without pouring them away.

Remove the drain plug with a proper wrench, allowing the old oil to drain into the pan while inspecting it for metal shavings.

During the first few trips post-change, monitor for leaks and oil levels.

After the oil change, check for leaks and proper oil level during the first few trips.

Park the vehicle on a level surface, start the engine to reach normal operating temperature, and then turn it off. Raise the vehicle securely on jackstands, and place a drain pan under the drain plug, being cautious of hot exhaust components.

Continue to monitor for leaks and maintain the oil level during your first few trips after the oil change. Properly dispose of the old oil according to local regulations, ensuring it is recycled and not poured onto the ground or down drains.