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Procedure for replacing the engine oil and oil filter in a Renault Megane 1.4 TCE.

Model: Renault Megane Megane 3, Megane III - Years 2008-2015
Part: Engine oil

Get into the car, turn off the engine, and engage the handbrake; lift the car using a hydraulic jack and place safety stands; remove the 10 mm screws and bolts securing the engine undertray, then slide the tray backward to remove it. Use a 14 mm socket wrench to unscrew the engine oil drain plug (wear disposable gloves to avoid getting dirty). Position a container under the oil drain plug and wait for all the oil to drain. Remove the oil plug and dipstick to allow better drainage. Remove the oil filter, located near the oil pan (use an oil filter wrench, turning counterclockwise). Place a basin under the filter to collect the oil that comes out. Take the new oil filter and lubricate the gasket with clean oil; screw the new oil filter into place (hand tighten and then give it a half turn with the wrench to secure it properly). Screw the drain plug back in with the new gasket, without overtightening. Lower the vehicle and use a funnel to refill with new "SAE 5W-40" oil (4.4 liters of oil).

Posted on 22 August 2023 by ScegliAuto

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