When to replace the Oil Filter on your CITROËN C4
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Oil filter : 2 year / 20000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
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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 Saloon L and other CITROËN models
Tools
Replacement: engine oil and filter – CITROËN C4 Saloon L. List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
All-purpose cleaning spray
Torque wrench
Drive socket # 24
Oil filter cup socket 76-14F
Ratchet wrench
Oil drain pan
Funnel
Fender cover
Replacement: engine oil and filter – CITROËN C4 Saloon L. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Replace the oil filter every time when changing motor oil.
  • Wear gloves to prevent contact with hot liquid.
  • Please note: all work on the car – CITROËN C4 Saloon L – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the hood.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
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    Unscrew the oil filler plug.
  2. Step 4
    Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.
    Replacement: engine oil and filter – CITROËN C4 Saloon L. Tip from AUTODOC:
    The vehicle must be on even keel, and if it is at an angle, the drain plug must be at the lowest point.
    Step 5
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    Put a waste oil container with at least 5 l capacity under the drainage hole.
  3. Step 6
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    Clean the area of the oil pan drainage hole. Use a wire brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  4. Step 7
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    Unscrew the drain plug. Use a drive socket #24. Use a ratchet wrench.
  5. Step 8
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    Drain the used oil.
    Replacement: engine oil and filter – CITROËN C4 Saloon L. Professionals recommend:
    Caution! The oil may be hot.Wait until the oil has completely drained from the drainage hole.
  6. Step 9
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    Clean the oil filter. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  7. Step 10
    Unscrew the oil filter. Use the 76-14F socket. Use a ratchet wrench.
    Step 11
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    Remove the oil filter.
  8. Step 12
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    Clean the oil filter seat. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  9. Step 13
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    Lubricate the rubber seal of the new filter with a little amount of fresh oil.
  10. Step 14
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    Install a new oil filter.
  11. Step 15
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    Tighten the oil filter. Remember to observe the recommended tightening torque. Use the 76-14F socket. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 19 Nm torque.
    Replacement: engine oil and filter – CITROËN C4 Saloon L. Tip:
    Wait until the oil has completely drained from the drainage hole.
  12. Step 16
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    Clean the area of the oil pan drainage hole. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  13. Step 17
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    Screw in the new drainage plug and tighten it. Use a drive socket #24. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 28 Nm torque.
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