#### OIL AND FILTER CHANGE

Fig. 1: Use the correct size wrench to loosen the drain plug

Fig. 2: Remove the plug, allowing the oil to drain into a suitable container

The Datsun/Nissan factory maintenance intervals (every 7,500 miles or 6 months up till 1989 models and every 3,750 miles or 3 months for 1990–92 models) specify changing the oil filter at every second oil change after the initial service. We recommend replacing the oil filter with every oil change. For the small price of an oil filter, it's cheap insurance to replace the filter at every oil change. One of the larger filter manufacturers points out in its advertisements that not changing the filter leaves about 1 quart of dirty oil in the engine. This claim is true and should be kept in mind when changing your oil.

NOTE: On turbocharged engines factory maintenance intervals are every 5,000 miles or 6 months.

1. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.
2. Jack up the front of the car and support it on safety stands if necessary to gain access to the filter.
3. Slide a drain pan of at least 6 quarts capacity under the oil pan.

   CAUTION
   The EPA warns that prolonged contact with used engine oil may cause a number of skin disorders, including cancer! You should make every effort to minimize your exposure to used engine oil. Protective gloves should be worn when changing the oil. Wash your hands and any other exposed skin areas as soon as possible after exposure to used engine oil. Soap and water, or waterless hand cleaner should be used.

4. Loosen the drain plug. Turn the plug out by hand. By keeping an inward pressure on the plug as you unscrew it, oil won't escape past the threads and you can remove it without being burned by hot oil.
5. Allow the oil to drain completely and then install the drain plug. Don't overtighten the plug or you'll be buying a new pan or a trick replacement plug for damaged threads.

   Fig. 3: Oil drain plug and filter location

   Fig. 4: By keeping an inward pressure on the plug as you unscrew it, oil won't escape past the threads

   Fig. 5: Remove the oil filter with a strap wrench

   Fig. 6: Coat the new oil filter gasket with clean oil

   Fig. 7: Install the new oil filter

   Fig. 8: Add oil through the capped opening in the camshaft (valve) cover

   Fig. 9: Installing the oil filter

6. Using a strap wrench, remove the oil filter. Keep in mind that it's holding about one quart of dirty, hot oil.
7. Empty the old filter into the drain pan and dispose of the filter and old oil.

   NOTE: One ecologically desirable solution to the used oil disposal problem is to find a cooperative gas station owner who will allow you to dump your used oil into his tank or take the oil to a reclamation center (often at garages and gas stations.

8. Using a clean rag, wipe off the filter adapter on the engine block. Be sure that the rag doesn't leave any lint which could clog an oil passage.
9. Coat the rubber gasket on the filter with fresh oil. Spin it onto the engine by hand; when the gasket touches the adapter surface give it another 2⁄3 turn. Refer to the illustration. No more or you'll squash the gasket and it will leak.
10. Refill the engine with the correct amount of fresh oil. See the Capacities chart.
11. Crank the engine over several times and then start it. If the oil pressure indicator light doesn't go out or the pressure gauge shows zero, shut the engine down and find out what's wrong.
12. If the oil pressure is OK and there are no leaks, shut the engine off and lower the car. Check oil level.