Where is the oil filter of Geely Boyue 2.0L located?
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0L oil filter is located at the upper right of the engine. The technical name of the oil filter is oil cleaner, which is a component present in every car engine. The oil cleaner filters the engine oil, keeping it clean. Without an oil cleaner, the engine oil would become very dirty after some use, which would increase engine wear and shorten the oil's lifespan. The Geely Boyue 2.0L engine adopts a naturally aspirated multi-point fuel injection engine, model JLD4G20, with a maximum power of 104kw and a maximum torque of 178nm, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission.
I used to drive a Geely Boyue 2.0L, and the most frustrating part during oil changes was locating the oil filter. It's positioned at the lower right side of the engine bay, requiring you to crawl under the vehicle to see it. Specifically, it's next to the engine oil pan, where a black cylindrical component connects to the oil inlet pipe. The first time I looked for it, I wondered why it was placed in such a hidden spot, but later realized this design prevents it from being scraped while driving. When replacing the oil filter, I recommend preparing an oil drain pan as its low position makes spills likely. Also, remember to lubricate the new oil filter's sealing ring with some oil to prevent leaks.
My Boyue 2.0L maintenance manual states that the oil filter is located near the lower oil pan of the engine, and in practice, the vehicle needs to be lifted to access it. It's a metal-cased filter unit, about the size of a fist. During the last service, I noticed the mechanic had to wait for the engine to cool down for half an hour before replacement because it's positioned close to the exhaust pipe. The placement isn't very ergonomic, requiring a specialized wrench for removal—ordinary tools won't budge it. While this design may reduce maintenance costs, it certainly makes DIY servicing quite challenging.
