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How to Drain and Replace the Oil Filter on a 2010 Ford Fusion 1.4 TDCI

This tutorial is given for information purposes only, the author does not assume any responsibility for this achievement. If in doubt, consult a professional mechanic in order to carry this out in accordance with the rules of the art.

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General view of the Ford 1.4 TDCI 68CV 4CV fiscal diesel engine (It is a DV4TD engine produced by the Ford/PSA collaboration)
    • General view of the Ford 1.4 TDCI 68CV 4CV fiscal diesel engine (It is a DV4TD engine produced by the Ford/PSA collaboration)

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We will first change the oil filter. (filter element without metal cartridge). When dismantling it, the used oil contained by it empties into the engine towards the crankcase, hence the interest in doing it first so as not to contaminate the new oil. It is located under a plastic bell that we will remove by unscrewing it.

We will first change the oil filter. (filter element without metal cartridge). When dismantling it, the used oil contained by it empties into the engine towards the crankcase, hence the interest in doing it first so as not to contaminate the new oil. It is located under a plastic bell that we will remove by unscrewing it.
    • We will first change the oil filter. (filter element without metal cartridge). When dismantling it, the used oil contained by it empties into the engine towards the crankcase, hence the interest in doing it first so as not to contaminate the new oil. It is located under a plastic bell that we will remove by unscrewing it.

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This bell is made of plastic and is therefore relatively fragile. A tightening torque of 25 Nm maximum is indicated on it. This value is very low and must be respected during reassembly (manual tightening without forcing). A 27 socket wrench and then a ratchet wrench are used for removal.

This bell is made of plastic and is therefore relatively fragile. A tightening torque of 25 Nm maximum is indicated on it. This value is very low and must be respected during reassembly (manual tightening without forcing). A 27 socket wrench and then a ratchet wrench are used for removal.
    • This bell is made of plastic and is therefore relatively fragile. A tightening torque of 25 Nm maximum is indicated on it. This value is very low and must be respected during reassembly (manual tightening without forcing). A 27 socket wrench and then a ratchet wrench are used for removal.

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Protect around the bell with rags to prevent oil dripping. Here we see the filter tenon with the O-ring that opens the return of used oil to the engine when removing. Pull hard on the filter to separate it from the bell. Clean the bell and the filter support.

Protect around the bell with rags to prevent oil dripping. Here we see the filter tenon with the O-ring that opens the return of used oil to the engine when removing. Pull hard on the filter to separate it from the bell. Clean the bell and the filter support.

Protect around the bell with rags to prevent oil dripping. Here we see the filter tenon with the O-ring that opens the return of used oil to the engine when removing. Pull hard on the filter to separate it from the bell. Clean the bell and the filter support.
    • Protect around the bell with rags to prevent oil dripping. Here we see the filter tenon with the O-ring that opens the return of used oil to the engine when removing. Pull hard on the filter to separate it from the bell. Clean the bell and the filter support.

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There are several brands and models of filters of which we can see some details. We always find the tenon with the O-ring. On this Fusion 1.4 TDCI those purchased and photographed are all compatible. Purflux L343, L343A, L343B, KNECHT FILTER OX172/2, Valéo 586500. I installed them during previous oil changes.

There are several brands and models of filters of which we can see some details. We always find the tenon with the O-ring. On this Fusion 1.4 TDCI those purchased and photographed are all compatible. Purflux L343, L343A, L343B, KNECHT FILTER OX172/2, Valéo 586500. I installed them during previous oil changes.
    • There are several brands and models of filters of which we can see some details. We always find the tenon with the O-ring. On this Fusion 1.4 TDCI those purchased and photographed are all compatible. Purflux L343, L343A, L343B, KNECHT FILTER OX172/2, Valéo 586500. I installed them during previous oil changes.

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Installing the Valéo filter. Change the seal provided without twisting it, respecting the installation angle. I prefer to do it like this in this order, although the filter instructions say the opposite so as not to force the screwing of my bell, which must then force to enlarge the hole in the top of the filter and this risks damaging the plastic thread of the bell when tightening
    • Installing the Valéo filter. Change the seal provided without twisting it, respecting the installation angle. I prefer to do it like this in this order, although the filter instructions say the opposite so as not to force the screwing of my bell, which must then force to enlarge the hole in the top of the filter and this risks damaging the plastic thread of the bell when tightening

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To reinstall, feel to insert the tenon into this oil return hole. Tighten with a socket wrench without forcing (For moderate crushing of the seal). I do not use a torque wrench for this operation.

To reinstall, feel to insert the tenon into this oil return hole. Tighten with a socket wrench without forcing (For moderate crushing of the seal). I do not use a torque wrench for this operation.
    • To reinstall, feel to insert the tenon into this oil return hole. Tighten with a socket wrench without forcing (For moderate crushing of the seal). I do not use a torque wrench for this operation.

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DRAINING: Remove the filler cap and dipstick and clean them with a cloth.

DRAINING: Remove the filler cap and dipstick and clean them with a cloth.

DRAINING: Remove the filler cap and dipstick and clean them with a cloth.
    • DRAINING: Remove the filler cap and dipstick and clean them with a cloth.

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Place a container and loosen the drain plug on the crankcase with a 21 socket wrench. Replace the copper gasket with a new gasket.

Place a container and loosen the drain plug on the crankcase with a 21 socket wrench. Replace the copper gasket with a new gasket.

Place a container and loosen the drain plug on the crankcase with a 21 socket wrench. Replace the copper gasket with a new gasket.
    • Place a container and loosen the drain plug on the crankcase with a 21 socket wrench. Replace the copper gasket with a new gasket.

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Replace the crankcase plug, tighten with a torque wrench to 2.2 daN.m to ensure a seal. Put 3.5 litres of oil in the engine, I have always used 5w40 synthetic, but 5W30 is recommended, run the engine at idle to fill the oil filter, wait for it to return to the crankcase and check the level on the dipstick up to the maximum. Oil = 3.8L

Replace the crankcase plug, tighten with a torque wrench to 2.2 daN.m to ensure a seal. Put 3.5 litres of oil in the engine, I have always used 5w40 synthetic, but 5W30 is recommended, run the engine at idle to fill the oil filter, wait for it to return to the crankcase and check the level on the dipstick up to the maximum. Oil = 3.8L
    • Replace the crankcase plug, tighten with a torque wrench to 2.2 daN.m to ensure a seal. Put 3.5 litres of oil in the engine, I have always used 5w40 synthetic, but 5W30 is recommended, run the engine at idle to fill the oil filter, wait for it to return to the crankcase and check the level on the dipstick up to the maximum. Oil = 3.8L

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saxophone alto

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Hello Mr Belval, I have tried different tightenings of the bell but the seal forms a hernia or twists and suddenly leaks drip by drip with the engine running.

Thank you for your help

Lilipunk6350@hotmail.fr

sylvie patey/pinot - Reply

Hello, you forgot to look at how the seal was positioned on the bell before removing it and therefore, you then put it back incorrectly.

In 6 oil changes and filter changes, I have never had this problem.

The gasket must not twist or protrude from the filter holder when tightening, otherwise there is a leak and risk of irreversible damage to the engine due to lack of lubrication. If it starts to do this when you start screwing the bell, stop and unscrew, because it is not properly seated.

The seal has a square section, the point of one square side must be at the bottom of the groove. Placed on the bell, this seal therefore has a side which will form a cone with the edge of the filter support, hence the seal.

Sincerely

saxophone alto -

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