Re: Adding Oil Through Oil Filter Housing
Originally Posted by
pizzaguy
HAND TIGHTEN ONLY! That is a PLASTIC carrier with PLASTIC threads - the seal is provided by the o-ring, not torque.
I would think five to seven foot-pounds, but I've never imagined anyone would use a torque wrench to tighten it.
Originally Posted by
onehundred80
The torque for the oil cap is written on the top of it, 25 Nm. (18 ft lb)
I just grab it with two hands and tighten it, it needs the wrench with the rubber band to loosen it.
I actually have the 3/8" drive oil filter tool for the oil filter cap.
Last edited by dedwards0323; Oct 28, 2019 at 07:01 AM.