Recommended replacement interval for the part category Oil filter : 1 year / 25000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
CITROËN C4 Grand Picasso II 2.0 BlueHDi 150, CITROËN C4 Grand Picasso II 1.2 THP 130, CITROËN C4 Grand Picasso II 2.0 BlueHDi 135 … 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 C4 Grand Picasso II and other CITROËN models

Oil filter

        Oil filter for C4 II Grand Picasso Diesel (150 hp)
      
        Oil filter for C4 II Grand Picasso Petrol (130 hp)
      
        Oil filter for C4 II Grand Picasso Diesel (136 hp)

Replacement: engine oil and filter – CITROËN C4 Grand Picasso II. List of the tools you'll need:

                        Wire brush
                      
                        All-purpose cleaning spray
                      
                        Oil filter cup socket 74/76-15F
                      
                        Drive socket # 21 
                      
                        Ratchet wrench
                      
                        Torque wrench
                      
                        Oil drain pan
                      
                        Funnel
                      
                        Fender cover

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Replacement: engine oil and filter – CITROËN C4 Grand Picasso II. Tip from AUTODOC:

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

Replacement: engine oil and filter – CITROËN C4 Grand Picasso II. 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 oil filler plug.
Step 4

Unscrew the oil filter. Use the 74/76-15F socket.
Step 5

Prepare a container for the old oil filter. Put the old oil filter in the container.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – CITROËN C4 Grand Picasso II. AUTODOC experts recommend:
Move up the container. The oil starts to drain out of the drainage hole immediately after you have removed the oil filter.
Step 6

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

Replacement: engine oil and filter – CITROËN C4 Grand Picasso II. AUTODOC recommends:
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 5 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 a drive socket #21. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 10

Drain the used oil.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – CITROËN C4 Grand Picasso II. Professionals recommend:
Caution! The oil may be hot.
Step 11

Wait until the oil has completely drained from the drainage hole.

Step 12

Clean the area of the oil pan drainage hole.
Step 13

Screw in the new drainage plug and tighten it. Use a drive socket #21. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 34 Nm torque.
Step 14

Clean the area of the oil pan drainage hole. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 15

Lower the car.

Step 16

Lubricate the rubber seal of the new filter with a little amount of fresh oil.
Step 17

Screw the new filter into its place. Use the 74/76-15F socket. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 25 Nm torque.
Step 18

Remove the oil filler cap. Insert the funnel.
Step 19

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

Replacement: engine oil and filter – CITROËN C4 Grand Picasso II. Tip:
Use the oil recommended by the manufacturer.
Step 20

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 21

Install the oil filler cap.

Step 22

Tighten the oil filler cap.
Step 23

Run the engine for a few minutes. After the oil pressure warning light goes out, stop the engine.
Step 24

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 25

Remove the fender protection cover.

Step 26

Close the hood.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – CITROËN C4 Grand Picasso II. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
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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