CB 750Kz Oil Filter query

[hocko]

I have taken the oil filter out this was followed by the spring then the washer is this right. Hayes manual shows washer then spring. When replacing the bolt is says o ring on the bolt will a washer do? as mine has not got either last time I put ptfe tape on. Do you check the oil level on a warm engine? Thanks for looking. Ian

[Polymer-2]

hocko wrote

I have taken the oil filter out this was followed by the spring then the washer is this right. Hayes manual shows washer then spring. When replacing the bolt is says o ring on the bolt will a washer do? as mine has not got either last time I put ptfe tape on. Do you check the oil level on a warm engine? Thanks for looking. Ian

Washer goes against the filter to protect it from the spring. On the bolt there should be a groove close to the head for the o-ring. A new o-ring comes with the filter. Fram CH6009.

[rm56]

Washer first, then spring. The washer rests on the filter, not the spring which will dig into it. Get a O-ring for the bolt or your oil will leak out all over the engine. You can get O-rings anywhere. If you have been riding the bike let it sit for a couple minutes before you check the oil in the tank. Put the bike on the center stand to get an accurate reading.

[hocko]

sorted now thanks. It runs better for checking the oil when warm, as for 4 yrs 4k i have checked it cold. It does sound bettter for having more oil in. Good job it a tough engine as i must have ran it low but the light never showed (it is working)  Thanks again.