Engine oil drain plug service information service information

Bulletin number

NTB22-003

Component

Engine and engine cooling: engine: oil/lubrication: sump/tank: drain plug

Summary

ENGINE OIL DRAIN PLUG SERVICE INFORMATION SERVICE INFORMATION Whenever installing an engine oil drain plug on an APPLIED VEHICLE with a KR15DDT (I3) engine, NEVER tighten the drain plug greater than its specified torque. Over-tightening may loosen the threaded insert in the oil pan (lower), causing an oil leak. ALWAYS replace the drain plug gasket after removing the drain plug, and then tighten the drain plug to the specified torque.  2WD and AWD: 33.5 N•m (3.4 kg-m, 25 ft-lbs)  Avoid contact with the engine oil as it may be hot and cause burns.  Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with used engine oil as it may cause skin cancer. Try to avoid direct skin contact with used engine oil. If skin contact is made, wash with a suitable hand cleaner or soap as soon as possible.

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