How to Remove the Oil Filter on a Citroen
It is important to keep fresh oil in your Citroen to keep the engine properly lubricated and running smoothly. In order to operate without damage, the Citroen relies on clean oil for efficient operation. In fact, the manufacturer recommends the oil and its filter changed every 6,000 miles or six months, whichever comes first.
Supplies
- Oil filter wrench
- Oil receptacle
- Jack stands
- Floor jack
- Change the oil filter when changing the oil. It is a good mechanical practice. The Citroen's filter can be found beneath the engine block.
- Select a level spot for the vehicle.
- Use a floor jack to lift up the front of the vehicle. Place the Citroen on a jack stand. Make sure the vehicle is sitting on the stand in a stable position.
- Use the engine oil plug on the oil sump underneath the engine block in the center of the vehicle to drain the oil from the motor. It is important to remove all the vehicle's old motor oil before putting in new oil. Drain it into an appropriate receptacle and take to a local recycling center. Do not pour it out on the ground, as this can cause severe environmental damage.
- Remove the oil filter. This operation should be done with an oil filter wrench, as it will make the job much easier and quicker to accomplish.
- The filter can be found directly below the oil sump. Slip the wrench around the oil filter and turn counter-clockwise until the filter can be loosened by hand. Use hands to finish removing the filter.