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

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
RENAULT Vel Satis Hatchback 2.0 16V Turbo (BJ0K), RENAULT Vel Satis Hatchback 2.0 16 V Turbo, RENAULT Vel Satis Hatchback 2.0 Turbo … 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 Vel Satis Hatchback and other RENAULT models

Oil filter

        Oil filter for Vel Satis Hatchback Petrol (163 hp)
      
        Oil filter for Vel Satis Hatchback Petrol (170 hp)
      
        Oil filter for Vel Satis Hatchback Petrol (147 hp)

Replacement: engine oil and filter – RENAULT VEL SATIS (BJ0_). Tools you might need:

                        Wire brush
                      
                        All-purpose cleaning spray
                      
                        Torque wrench
                      
                        Square oil drain plug socket No.8
                      
                        Oil filter cup socket #74-15F
                      
                        Oil filter cup socket #76-12F
                      
                        Ratchet wrench
                      
                        Funnel
                      
                        Fender cover

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Replacement: engine oil and filter – RENAULT VEL SATIS (BJ0_). 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 – RENAULT VEL SATIS (BJ0_) – should be done with the engine switched off.

Carry out replacement in the following order:

Step 1

Open the hood.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Pull up the oil dipstick.
Step 4

Unscrew the oil filler plug.
Step 5

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

Replacement: engine oil and filter – RENAULT VEL SATIS (BJ0_). AUTODOC experts recommend:
The vehicle must be on even keel, and if it is at an angle, the drain plug must be at the lowest point.
Step 6

Put a waste oil container with at least 5 l capacity under the drainage hole.
Step 7

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

Step 8

Unscrew the drain plug. Use square oil drain plug socket No.8 Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 9

Drain the used oil.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – RENAULT VEL SATIS (BJ0_). Tip:
Caution! The oil may be hot.Wait until the oil has completely drained from the drainage hole.
Step 10

Unscrew the oil filter. Use the 76/12-F socket. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 11

Clean the oil filter seat. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 12

Lubricate the rubber seal of the new filter with a little amount of fresh oil.
Step 13

Screw the new filter into its place. Use the 74/15-F socket. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 20 nm torque.
Step 14

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

Screw in the new drainage plug and tighten it. Use square oil drain plug socket No.8 Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 28 nm torque.
Step 16

Clean the area of the oil pan drainage hole. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 17

Lower the car.

Step 18

Remove the oil filler cap.
Step 19

Insert the funnel.
Step 20

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

Replacement: engine oil and filter – RENAULT VEL SATIS (BJ0_). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Use the oil recommended by the manufacturer.
Step 21

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 22

Install the oil filler cap.
Step 23

Tighten the oil filler cap.

Step 24

Run the engine for a few minutes.

Step 25

After the oil pressure warning light goes out, stop the engine.

Step 26

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 27

Remove the fender protection cover.

Step 28

Close the hood.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – RENAULT VEL SATIS (BJ0_). Tip from AUTODOC:
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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