Special Tools
| Description | Part Number | Qty. |
|---|---|---|
| OIL FILTER WRENCH | HD-42311 | 1 |
| OIL FILTER WRENCH | HD-44067 | 1 |
NOTE
- Change engine oil at shorter intervals if ridden extremely hard, used in competition or driven on dusty roads.
- All Softail models are shipped from the factory with SAE 20W50 Harley-Davidson 360 Motor Oil.
- Softail models come equipped from the factory with a premium 5 micron synthetic media oil filter, Part No. 63798-99A (Chrome) or 63731-99A (Black). These are the only recommended replacement filters.
- Run motorcycle until engine is at normal operating temperature.
- See Maintenance and Lubrication → Checking and Adding Oil → Checking Oil Tank Level. Remove the engine oil dipstick.
- See Figure 1. Remove the engine oil drain plug with O-ring (2). Drain engine oil.
NOTICE
Use Harley-Davidson oil filter wrench for filter removal. This tool can prevent damage to crankshaft position sensor and/or sensor cable. (00192b)
| 1. | See Figure 2. Remove the oil filter using the OIL FILTER WRENCH (Part Number:HD-42311) or OIL FILTER WRENCH (Part Number:HD-44067). Clean the oil filter mounting surface of any old gasket material. | |
| 2. | See Figure 3. Lubricate the gasket on new oil filter with engine oil. Install filter. Hand tighten oil filter 1/2 to 3/4 turn after gasket contacts filter mounting surface. Do not use oil filter wrench for oil filter installation. | |
| 3. | See Figure 1. Install oil tank drain plug (2). a. Inspect O-ring for tears or damage. Replace if necessary. Clean magnetic drain plug. b. Install O-ring and drain plug. Tighten to 19–28.5 N·m (14–21 ft-lbs). | |
| 4. | Refer to Table 1. Initially add 1.9 L (2.0 qt) of engine oil. 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. |
Table 1. Engine Oil Capacity
ITEM | CAPACITY |
|---|---|
Engine oil | 2.84 L (3.0 qt) |
- See Maintenance and Lubrication → Checking and Adding Oil → Checking Oil Tank Level. Fully install oil filler plug/dipstick in oil tank.
- Perform engine oil level hot check.
- See Maintenance and Lubrication → Checking and Adding Oil → Engine Oil Level. Add engine oil to bring oil level to the upper groove on the dipstick (FULL HOT).
- Start engine and carefully check for oil leaks around drain plug and oil filter.
| 1 | Frame connection for oil tank drain hose |
| 2 | Oil tank drain plug and O-ring |
Figure 1. Oil Tank Drain Plug: Softail Models
Figure 2. Oil Filter Wrenches
Figure 3. Lubricating New Oil Filter Gasket