OEM 2004 Scion xA Oil Filter

2004 Scion xA Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the oil filter sub-assembly safely and correctly on 2004 Scion xA?

  A: Relocating the sealed oil filter assembly requires caution due to engine oil exposure risk for skin dermatitis and contact with harmful substances. Protective clothing with gloves must be worn for the task and any skin exposed to used oil needs complete washing with soap water or a water-less hand cleaner and should never receive treatment with gasoline or thinners or solvents. The proper destination for disposing used oil and oil filters exists within specific areas. Start the task by draining engine oil followed by removing the oil filter through the help of Special Service Tool: 09228-06501. Large engine oil must be applied to a fresh oil filter gasket prior to its installation on a clean surface. After the oil filter touches the seat, apply Special Service Tool: 09228-06501 to advance it an additional 3/4 turn towards tightening. After cleaning the oil pan drain plug's installation surface, install a new gasket and tighten it to 38 Nm (382 kgf-cm, 28 ft. lbs.). Add engine oil to a level of 3.7 liters (3.9 US qts, 3.3 Imp. qts) with the new oil filter but only 3.4 liters (3.6 US qts, 3.0 Imp. qts) without a filter and 4.1 liters (4.3 US qts, 3.6 Imp. qts) for empty waste oil. The last step in the inspection is to verify for oil leakages from the engine.