Recommended replacement interval for the part category Oil filter : 1 year / 20000 km

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
MITSUBISHI L 200 / Triton Pickup (KJ_, KK_, KL_) 2.5 DI-D (KK3T) … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Replacement: engine oil and filter – MITSUBISHI L200 (KJ_). Tools you'll need:

                      Wire brush
                    
                      All-purpose cleaning spray
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      17 mm socket
                    
                      100-15F cup type oil filter wrench
                    
                      Ratchet screwdriver or power tool for removal/installation of threaded fasteners
                    
                      Funnel
                    
                      Oil drain pan
                    
                      Fender cover

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Replacement: engine oil and filter – MITSUBISHI L200 (KJ_). AUTODOC recommends:

Replace the oil filter every time you change the engine oil.
Before getting down to work, warm up the engine to reduce the viscosity of the oil.
Wear gloves to prevent contact with hot liquid.
Please note: all work on the car – MITSUBISHI L200 (KJ_) – should be done with the engine switched off.

Carry out the replacement steps as follows:

Step 1

Open the bonnet.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Unscrew the oil filler cap.
Step 4

Pull up the oil dipstick.
Step 5

Lift the vehicle using a vehicle lift or place it over an inspection pit.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – MITSUBISHI L200 (KJ_). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
The vehicle must be level, but if it is at an angle, the drain plug must be at the lowest point.
Step 6

Put an oil drain pan with a capacity of at least 8 litres under the drain hole.
Step 7

Clean the area of the oil pan drain hole. Use a wire brush. Use an all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 8

Unscrew the drain plug. Use a 17 mm socket. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 9

Drain the used oil.

Caution!
The oil may be hot.Wait until the oil has completely flowed out of the drain hole.
Step 10

Turn the wheels fully to the right.
Step 11

Unscrew the oil filter. Use a 100-15F cup type oil filter wrench. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 12

Remove the oil filter.
Step 13

Clean the oil filter mounting seat. Use an all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 14

Apply a small amount of fresh oil to the new filter's gasket.

Step 15

Install the new oil filter.
Step 16

Tighten the oil filter. Use a 100-15F cup type oil filter wrench. Use a torque wrench. Tightening torque: 22 N·m.
Step 17

Clean the area of the oil pan drain hole. Use an all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 18

Screw in the drain plug and tighten it. Use a 17 mm socket. Use a torque wrench. Tightening torque: 34 N·m.
Step 19

Clean the area of the oil pan drain hole. Use an all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 20

Lower the vehicle.

Step 21

Remove the oil filler cap.
Step 22

Insert the funnel.
Step 23

Pour oil into the engine through the filler. Required amount of oil: 7.4 litres.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – MITSUBISHI L200 (KJ_). Professionals recommend:
Use the oil recommended by the manufacturer.
Step 24

Check the oil level using the dipstick.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – MITSUBISHI L200 (KJ_). AUTODOC experts recommend:
The oil level should be between the Min and Max marks.Top up oil if necessary.
Step 25

Remove the funnel and screw in the oil filler cap.
Step 26

Run the engine for a few minutes.

Warning!
The 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 passages, and the light will go out.
Step 27

Check the oil level with a dipstick in 5 minutes after turning the engine off and add oil if necessary.

Caution!
The oil level should be between the Min and Max marks.
Step 28

Make sure that the oil filler cap is properly tightened. Check the threaded plug of the drain hole and the oil filter seal for tightness. If necessary, tighten them up carefully.

Step 29

Remove the fender cover.

Step 30

Close the bonnet.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – MITSUBISHI L200 (KJ_). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
To protect the environment from pollution, be sure to dispose of the used filters and oil at special collection points.

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