🔧 Engine Oil & Oil Filter - Service Replacement

Your oil and filter should be changed together to keep the engine protected and help the hybrid engine run smoothly. This job is straightforward, but the oil filter on this model is a cartridge style, so you’ll need the correct filter wrench and new O-rings.

Difficulty Level: Beginner | Estimated Time: 1-1.5 hours

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⚠️ Safety & Precautions

• The hybrid system can start the engine automatically. Keep the key fob away from the vehicle while you work.
• Work on a cool engine to avoid burns from hot oil and hot exhaust parts.
• Use jack stands if you lift the front. Never rely on a floor jack alone.
• Dispose of used oil and filter properly. Do not pour oil on the ground or into drains.
• Battery disconnect is not required for this service.

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🔧 Required Tools

You'll need the following tools for this repair:

• 14mm socket
• Ratchet
• Torque wrench
• Oil filter wrench 64mm 14-flute
• Drain pan
• Funnel
• Floor jack (rated 3-ton minimum)
• Jack stands
• Wheel chocks
• Gloves
• Safety glasses
• Clean rags

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🔩 Required Parts

HowToo sells all the parts you need for this repair:

• Engine oil 0W-20 full synthetic - Qty: 4.4 quarts
• Oil filter element - Qty: 1
• Oil filter housing O-ring kit - Qty: 1
• Drain plug gasket - Qty: 1

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📋 Before You Begin

• Park on level ground and set the parking brake.
• Let the engine cool down fully.
• Turn the vehicle off and keep the key fob away from the car.
• If you lift the front, support it securely with jack stands.

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🔨 Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these steps in order:

Step 1: Raise and secure the front end

• Use a floor jack to lift the front of the vehicle at the proper front jacking point.
• Place jack stands under the vehicle and lower it onto the stands.
• Set wheel chocks at the rear wheels.
• Never work under a vehicle on a jack.

Step 2: Remove the under cover access panel

• Use the correct socket and ratchet to remove the fasteners for the engine under cover access panel.
• Lower or remove only the section needed to reach the drain plug and oil filter housing.

Step 3: Drain the engine oil

• Place the drain pan under the oil pan.
• Use the 14mm socket and ratchet to remove the drain plug.
• Let the oil drain completely.
• Install a new drain plug gasket on the drain plug.
• Reinstall the drain plug and tighten to 39 Nm (29 ft-lbs).

Step 4: Remove the oil filter housing

• Move the drain pan under the oil filter housing.
• Use the 64mm 14-flute oil filter wrench to loosen and remove the filter housing cap.
• Expect some oil to spill as the housing comes off.

Step 5: Replace the filter and O-rings

• Remove the old filter element from the housing cap.
• Remove the old O-rings from the cap. An O-ring is a round rubber seal.
• Install the new O-rings from the kit in the same grooves.
• Lightly coat the new O-rings with clean engine oil.
• Install the new oil filter element onto the cap.
• Tighten the oil filter housing cap to 25 Nm (18 ft-lbs).

Step 6: Reinstall the under cover

• Put the under cover back in place.
• Use the socket and ratchet to reinstall the fasteners securely.

Step 7: Refill with new engine oil

• Lower the vehicle to level ground.
• Use a funnel to add 4.4 quarts of 0W-20 full synthetic engine oil.
• Start with about 4 quarts, then top off carefully.

Step 8: Check the oil level and for leaks

• Start the vehicle and let it run for about 30 seconds.
• Shut it off and wait a few minutes.
• Check the dipstick and top off as needed.
• Inspect the drain plug and filter housing for leaks.

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✅ After Repair

• Recheck the oil level after a short drive.
• Confirm there are no oil drips under the vehicle.
• Reset the maintenance reminder if it is on.
• Dispose of the old oil and filter at a recycling center.

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💰 DIY vs Shop Cost

Shop Cost: $95-$160 (parts + labor)

DIY Cost: $35-$70 (parts only)

You Save: $60-$90 by doing it yourself!

Shop labor rates vary but typically run $100-$150/hour. This repair takes a shop approximately 0.8-1.0 hours.

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