Special Tools
| Description | Part Number | Qty. |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Twin Cam equipped motorcycles 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: 2008 FLHRSE4. 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.
- Ride motorcycle until engine is warmed up to normal operating temperature. Turn engine off.
- Locate oil filler plug/dipstick on right side of vehicle at top of transmission case. Unthread cap to remove the oil filler plug/dipstick.
- See Figure 1. Locate oil drain plug at front left side of the oil pan. Remove the oil drain plug. Do not remove the allen plug. Allow oil to drain completely.
| 1 | Transmission drain plug (right side) |
| 2 | Engine oil drain plug and o-ring |
Figure 1. Oil Pan
| 1. | Inspect the oil drain plug o-ring for cuts, tears or signs of deterioration. Replace as necessary. | |
 WARNINGBe 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) 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 the OIL FILTER WRENCH (Part Number:HD-42311) or OIL FILTER WRENCH (Part Number:HD-44067-A). The tool allows easy removal of the oil filter without risk of damage to the crankshaft position sensor or cable. | |
| 3. | Place the jaws of the wrench over the oil filter with the tool oriented vertically. Using a 3/8 inch drive with a 4 inch extension, turn wrench in a counterclockwise direction. Do not use with air tools. | |
| 4. | Clean the oil filter mount flange of any old gasket material. NOTE Dispose of oil and oil filter in accordance with local regulations. | |
| 5. | 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 for filter installation. NOTE Use of the Premium 5 micron synthetic media oil filter is highly recommended. Order Chrome (Part No. 63798-99A) or Black (Part No. 63731-99A). | |
| 6. | Install engine oil drain plug and tighten to 19–28.5 N·m (14–21 ft-lbs). | |
| 7. | Refer to Maintenance and Lubrication → Engine Lubrication: Synthetic Oil → Recommended Synthetic Engine Oils. With motorcycle resting on jiffy stand, initially add 3.3 L (3.5 qt) engine oil. Use the proper grade of oil for the lowest temperature expected before the next oil change. | |
| 8. | Return the dipstick to the filler and thread-in the filler plug. | |
| 9. | Verify proper oil level. See Maintenance and Lubrication → Checking Oil Level: FLHRSE4. 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 (left), HD-44067-A (right)
| 1 | Thin oil film ONLY |
| 2 | Oil filter |
| 3 | Mounting plate |
Figure 3. Applying Thin Oil Film