Special Tools
DescriptionPart NumberQty.
OIL FILTER WRENCH
HD-42311
1
OIL FILTER WRENCH
HD-44067-A
1

NOTICE
Do not switch lubricant brands indiscriminately because some lubricants interact chemically when mixed. Use of inferior lubricants can damage the engine. (00184a)
WARNING
Be sure that no lubricants or fluids get on tires, wheels or brakes when changing fluid. Traction can be adversely affected, which could result in loss of control of the motorcycle and death or serious injury. (00047d)
Twin Cam equipped vehicles require the premium oil filter (Part No. 63798-99A Chrome or Part No. 63731-99A Black).
Refer to Maintenance Scheduling → Regular Service Intervals → Regular Service Intervals: 2009 Touring Models. Oil should be changed after the first 1,600 km (1000 mi) for a new engine and at regular intervals in normal service at warm or moderate temperatures.
  1. Ride motorcycle until oil is at normal operating temperature. Turn engine off.
  2. Remove filler plug/dipstick.
  3. See Figure 1. Remove the oil drain plug (2). Do not remove hex plug (3) or transmission drain plug (1). Allow oil to drain completely.
1Transmission drain plug (right side)
2Engine oil drain plug and o-ring
3Hex plug (do not remove)
Figure 1. Oil Pan
1. Inspect the oil drain plug o-ring for cuts, tears or signs of deterioration. Replace as necessary.
NOTICE
Use Harley-Davidson oil filter wrench for filter removal. This tool can prevent damage to crankshaft position sensor and/or sensor cable. (00192b)
2. See Figure 2. Remove the oil filter using OIL FILTER WRENCH (Part Number:HD-42311) or OIL FILTER WRENCH (Part Number:HD-44067-A) and hand tools. Do not use with air tools.
3. Clean the oil filter mount flange of any old gasket material.
NOTE
Dispose of oil and oil filter in accordance with local regulations.
4. See Figure 3. Lubricate gasket with clean engine oil and install new oil filter on filter mount. Hand tighten oil filter 1/2-3/4 turn after gasket first contacts filter mounting surface. Do not use OIL FILTER WRENCH (Part Number:HD-42311) for oil filter installation.
5. Install engine oil drain plug and tighten to 19–28.5 N·m (14–21 ft-lbs).
NOTE
Use the proper grade of oil for the lowest temperature expected before the next oil change. Refer to Maintenance and Lubrication → Engine Lubrication → Recommended Engine Oils for recommended oil.
6. Initially add 3.3 L (3.5 qt) of engine oil.
7. Verify proper oil level. See Maintenance and Lubrication → Checking Oil Level.
a. Check engine oil level using COLD CHECK procedure.
b. Start engine and carefully check for oil leaks around drain plug and oil filter.
c. Check engine oil level using HOT CHECK procedure.
Figure 2. Oil Filter Wrench (Part No. HD-42311)
1Thin oil film ONLY
2Oil filter
3Mounting plate
Figure 3. Applying Thin Oil Film