DORMAN 926-959 Oil Filter Housing Kit Instructions
- June 16, 2024
- DORMAN
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INSTRUCTIONS
OIL FILTER
HOUSING KIT
926-959
Pat.:
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN:
- Always wear proper safety equipment when performing repairs.
- Ensure at your point of purchase that this part fits your exact vehicle configuration.
- Reference the appropriate service manual for your vehicle. If you do not have a service manual, and do not have the training or experience to perform the necessary procedures correctly, seek the services of a qualified technician.
This kit replaces the original failure prone oil filter housing with a robust
aluminum design.
This oil filter housing is of the 2014 and later model year design and will
require a 2014 model application oil filter for future oil changes applicable
to 2011-13 model years. See oil filter reference chart below.
| Oil Filter | Part No. |
|---|---|
| Hastings | LF697 |
| Denso | 1503066 |
| Wix | WL10010 |
| Fram | CH11665 |
| Purolator | L36296 |
| Mobil 1 | M1C456A |
Certain model housings will be equipped with an oil temperature sensor. If your original housing looks like the image below with no temperature sensor, install provided plug into unused opening and torque to 25 lbs-ft (34 N-m).
INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 1:
Remove oil filter housing and cooler assembly from engine as per vehicle
service manual.
STEP 2:
Remove both sensors from original housing.
STEP 3:
Install provided cooler-to-housing gaskets into gasket grooves in oil filter
housing.
STEP 4:
Install provided oil cooler onto new housing.
STEP 5:
Using provided oil cooler screws, fasten cooler to housing. Tighten cooler-to-
housing screws to 12 N-m (9 lb-pi).
STEP 6:
Coat both sensor threads with thread sealant and install both sensors onto oil
filter housing.
STEP 7:
Tighten both sensors to 15 lbs-ft (20 N-m).
STEP 8:
Install new provided o-ring onto front oil return port on housing. Lubricate
with light coat of oil for ease of installation.
STEP 9:
Press provided new remaining seals onto new oil filter housing.
STEP 10:
Install oil filter housing onto engine block as per vehicle service manual.
Torque mounting bolts to 9 lbs-ft (12 N-m).
STEP 11:
Install new provided oil filter into housing and install provided oil filter
cap.
STEP 12:
Check oil level and add oil to crankcase to compensate for lost oil from
replacing oil filter. .
STEP 13:
Check coolant level and top off coolant level to compensate for loss of
coolant during repair.
STEP 14:
Test drive vehicle to ensure there are no coolant or oil leaks.
Dorman Products, Inc. Corporate Office and Customer Service:
1-800-523-2492.
Disclaimer: It is impossible in these instructions to account for all possible
circumstances or situations that you may experience when attempting to install
this product. Please consult with a qualified auto technician before
attempting to perform any work you are not qualified to do. Automobiles can be
hazardous to work on; be sure to take all necessary safety precautions.
Failure to do so may result in property damage or personal injury. Certain
motor vehicle standards and performance requirements may apply to your motor
vehicle (such as Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards by the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration). Be sure that your work is performed in
accordance with such standards and that you do not disable any motor vehicle
safety feature.
NEED HELP?
Please call our Technical Support team for assistance from our team of
certified automotive experts.
1-866-933-2911
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