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I just got my oil changed in the states - and it was more expensive than I would have liked due to the change to synthetic. (L400 4m40 engine)

Unfortunately, my Boshi filter that I planned to have installed with the oil change was leaking right out of the gate. I could not use it at all. :(

My only option was to continue along on my Mitsubishi ME228898 filter - which I had left on from a previous oil change. If I leave that filter on, it it will have been on for about 15,000 KM. And, given that I have not yet installed my Frantz bypass filter, I am a bit uncomfortable with the distance on the filter.

What I am wondering is, is how the oil sits in the 4M40 in relation to the filter. I believe that the filter should be above the sump - and yes, I know it has oil in it when sitting.

I don't really want to have to drain the brand new oil in order to change my filter as I would need a new oil catch pan to keep the brand new oil clean.

I am wondering if I can just detach the oil filter, pour some of the oil in the old filter into the new, lube the seal and re-attach without causing a huge mess.

Of course if the oil filter sits below sump level, then a whole heck of a lot of oil would pour out when I removed the filter from my engine.... But I don't think that is the case.

Not to hijack, but I need the same info for an L300. Just changed my oil to Rotella full synthetic, and put a new Baldwin filter, and it leaks!! I would like to try a new Napa gold filter without losing 60 bucks work of oil. Just ordered new Sakura filters from Max Overdrive....
BTW, love this site and all the great info!
Thanks!

Just get a clean container, spin off the filter, let it drain, install new filter and poor oil back in. Should not lose more than a cup if you are careful

I know on the L300 you can take the filter off and just have
the oil in the filter to deal with.

Done that. I imagine the L400 is the same but who knows.

FS

Many thanks! This should tell me for sure if it is indeed the filter, and not a damaged vacuum pump line from my wobbly alternator...
Sucks that the napa filter is 50 bucks, but I can't destroy anymore driveways...
Cheers!

salmostrom wrote:Many thanks! This should tell me for sure if it is indeed the filter, and not a damaged vacuum pump line from my wobbly alternator...
Sucks that the napa filter is 50 bucks, but I can't destroy anymore driveways...
Cheers!

Not too sure about the L400 either.

Salmostrom, yeah the napa filter is quite expensive and from what I've read not the greatest. I was desperate for an oil change cause I was waiting for parts from BC so I went to Jiffy Lube. They told me it was $50 for the filter and I said that they normally provide a filter with a change. We settled on $20. might be worth it to try something like that or stock up on filters from BC after you figure this one out.

Mr. Flibble - if your 4M40 in your L400 is the same as the 4M40 in my Pajero, you're going to have more than a cupful of oil coming out when you spin off that oil filter: the oil cooler is ABOVE the filter, and it contains about one litre.

Still, it won't be the whole 6.5 litres.

nvanadm wrote:

salmostrom wrote:Many thanks! This should tell me for sure if it is indeed the filter, and not a damaged vacuum pump line from my wobbly alternator...
Sucks that the napa filter is 50 bucks, but I can't destroy anymore driveways...
Cheers!

Not too sure about the L400 either.

Salmostrom, yeah the napa filter is quite expensive and from what I've read not the greatest. I was desperate for an oil change cause I was waiting for parts from BC so I went to Jiffy Lube. They told me it was $50 for the filter and I said that they normally provide a filter with a change. We settled on $20. might be worth it to try something like that or stock up on filters from BC after you figure this one out.

I just bought 3 genuine Mitsubishi filters from a Fuso dealer in Saanich for $28 each. :)

Now to change the filter...

mararmeisto wrote:Mr. Flibble - if your 4M40 in your L400 is the same as the 4M40 in my Pajero, you're going to have more than a cupful of oil coming out when you spin off that oil filter: the oil cooler is ABOVE the filter, and it contains about one litre.

Still, it won't be the whole 6.5 litres.

!!!

Good info to know!!!

Gentlemen I have heard the woes of high price filters I have a list of numerous filters that will fit the 2.5l 4d56 engine and trust me fleetguard in AB is only 22.34 for an oil filter and 11.92 for a fuel filter. I get them from a supplier called Greggs, I priced out a ph 6355 at lordco while I was visiting BC and WOW 50.35 what a rip. If any one needs anything I can do a bulk buy a bulk ship and then you guys can divide up the filters. Its your choice but I am sure I will get them a lil cheaper or if someone is visiting Edm I can meet them and pass on the deal. No mark up just buy me a coffee for meeting up and taking you over to them. (I have to be there to use the Acct # for the discount)


Kelly

nvanadm wrote:

salmostrom wrote:Many thanks! This should tell me for sure if it is indeed the filter, and not a damaged vacuum pump line from my wobbly alternator...
Sucks that the napa filter is 50 bucks, but I can't destroy anymore driveways...
Cheers!

Not too sure about the L400 either.

Salmostrom, yeah the napa filter is quite expensive and from what I've read not the greatest. I was desperate for an oil change cause I was waiting for parts from BC so I went to Jiffy Lube. They told me it was $50 for the filter and I said that they normally provide a filter with a change. We settled on $20. might be worth it to try something like that or stock up on filters from BC after you figure this one out.

FYI
For my 94 SWB L400...

I just bought a Donaldson P-Series Lube Filter
P502008. from NAPA here in Coquitlam last week for 19.00 plus HST. Donaldson filters are top level ( Preferred Customer)
filters (better than OEM filters). You can order it from any NAPA outlet. Then I added my 8 litres of Amsoil 15W-40 HD diesel synthetic oil.... Combined with a CVI injector tune...purrs like a kitten.