Date: Sat, 30 Apr 2005 19:15:41 GMT From: murphwiz <murphwiznospamVETHEOBVIOUShotmail.com> Subject: Re: Umm...where is my Oil Filter?
SilverExpress wrote: > Hello, > > We have a 2004 9-3 sedan, and being the shade tree mechanic > that I am, I thought Iíd change the oil on this beast myself. Well, > after 30 minutes of clambering around....I could not find the oil > filter! > > We have the 2.0T engine. Can someone please point me in the right > direction! I know these turbo bearings are finecky with dirty oil. > > Regards, > > Jose :?: > The oil filter is not a spin on, but a cartridge replacement type. The oil filter is mounted on the left-hand side of the cylinder block and is accessible from above after removing the upper engine cover.