Recommended replacement interval for the part category Oil filter : 1 year / 10000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 1.4 (312.AXF11, 312.AXF1A), ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 1.4 (312.AXT1A), ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 1.4 (312.AXD1A), ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 1.4 (312.AXF11, 312.AXF1A, 312.AXD1A), ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 1.4 (312.AXF1A, 312.AXD1A) … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Oil Filter for 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) and other ABARTH models

Oil filter

        Oil filter for 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312) Petrol (180 hp)
      
        Oil filter for 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312) Petrol (190 hp)
      
        Oil filter for 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312) Petrol (135 hp)
      
        Oil filter for 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312) Petrol (160 hp)
      
        Oil filter for 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312) Petrol (140 hp)

Replacement: engine oil and filter – ABARTH 500 / 595 (312_). List of the tools you'll need:

                        Wire brush
                      
                        All-purpose cleaning spray
                      
                        Torx bit T45
                      
                        Drive socket # 10
                      
                        Drive socket # 19
                      
                        Drive socket # 32
                      
                        Ratchet wrench
                      
                        Torque wrench
                      
                        Tap wrench
                      
                        Oil drain pan
                      
                        Funnel
                      
                        Flat Screwdriver
                      
                        Fender cover

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Replacement: engine oil and filter – ABARTH 500 / 595 (312_). AUTODOC recommends:

Replace the oil filter every time when changing motor oil.
Wear gloves to prevent contact with hot liquid.
All work should be done with the engine stopped.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – ABARTH 500 / 595 (312_). Recommended sequence of steps:

Step 1

Open the hood.

Step 2

Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.

Step 3

Unscrew the engine cover fastener. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 4

Remove the engine cover.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – ABARTH 500 / 595 (312_). Tip from AUTODOC:
Do not apply excessive force when removing the part. Otherwise you may damage it.
Step 5

Unscrew the oil filler plug.
Step 6

Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – ABARTH 500 / 595 (312_). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
The vehicle must be on even keel, and if it is at an angle, the drain plug must be at the lowest point.All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Step 7

Put a waste oil container with at least 4 l capacity under the drainage hole.
Step 8

Clean the area of the oil pan drainage hole. Use a wire brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 9

Unscrew the drain plug. Use Torx T45. Use a tap wrench.
Step 10

Drain the used oil.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – ABARTH 500 / 595 (312_). AUTODOC experts recommend:
Caution! The oil may be hot.
Step 11

Prepare a container for the old oil filter.

Step 12

Clean the oil filter housing cap. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 13

Unscrew the filter housing cap together with the old filter element. Use a drive socket #32. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 14

Put the old oil filter in the container.

AUTODOC recommends:
Move up the container. The oil starts to drain out of the drainage hole immediately after you have removed the oil filter.
Step 15

Detach the oil filter from the filter cover.
Step 16

Remove the oil filter cover O-ring. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 17

Clean the oil filter housing cap. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 18

Install a new O-ring to its mounting seat on the filter cover.
Step 19

Install the new oil filter to the mounting seat on the filter cover.

Please note!
Make sure to install the filter correctly. Don't mix up the sides of the part.
Step 20

Lubricate the rubber seal of the new filter with a little amount of fresh oil.
Step 21

Install a new oil filter housing cover and tighten it. Use a drive socket #32. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 25 Nm torque.
Step 22

Clean the area of the oil pan drainage hole.
Step 23

Screw in the new drainage plug and tighten it. Use a drive socket #19. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 22 Nm torque.
Step 24

Clean the area of the oil pan drainage hole. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 25

Lower the car.

Step 26

Remove the oil filler cap.
Step 27

Insert the funnel.
Step 28

Pour new oil into the engine in the amount recommended by the car manufacturer.

AUTODOC recommends:
Use the oil recommended by the manufacturer.
Step 29

Check the oil level using the dipstick. Top up oil if necessary.

Please note!
The oil level should be between the Min and Max marks.
Step 30

Install the oil filler cap.
Step 31

Tighten the oil filler cap.
Step 32

Run the engine for a few minutes. After the oil pressure warning light goes out, stop the engine.

Step 33

Check the oil level 5 minutes after the stop of the engine operation using a dipstick and add oil if necessary.

Please note!
The oil level should be between the Min and Max marks.Make sure that the oil filler cap is properly tightened.Check the threaded plug of the drainage hole and the oil filter seal for tightness. If necessary, carefully tighten them up.
Step 34

Install the engine cover and secure it.

AUTODOC recommends:
Make sure the engine cover is properly seated. It should not be displaced with respect to the guiding fasteners.Do not apply excessive force when installing the part. Otherwise you may damage the fasteners.
Step 35

Screw in the engine cover fasteners. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.

Step 36

Remove the fender protection cover.

Step 37

Close the hood.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – ABARTH 500 / 595 (312_). AUTODOC recommends:
Note that oil pressure warning light, which indicates insufficient pressure in the lubrication system, may be on for a longer time than usual. After a few seconds, the oil will fill all the channels, and the light will go out.To protect the environment from pollution, be sure to dispose of the used filters at special collection points.

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