Application:

• CASE QUADTRAC 450
• FIAT IVECO CURSOR 10CURSOR 13CURSOR 8CURSOR 9
• NEW HOLLAND CR 8.90CR 9080CR 9090CR 9090 TERRATRACCR 9.80FR 780 A4T 9.450T 9.505T 9.560

Performance New Holland Oil Filter P954658 LF17546 P40062 5801592277 50054654 5801827470

Q: Can I use compressed air to clean an oil filter?

The oil filter should never be cleaned with compressed air, as this can seriously damage the filter element and cause it to completely fail.

Why can't compressed air be used?

The filter element of the oil filter (usually made of paper or fiber material) has a very precise structure and can filter out small particle impurities. The pressure of compressed air (even low pressure) is sufficient to:
Tearing or deforming filter paper: destroying its physical structure, causing the filter pores to become larger or smaller.
Damaged sealing structure: causing the filter to fail to seal, resulting in a direct short circuit of oil flowing into the engine.
Unable to thoroughly clean: Compressed air can only blow away surface dust and cannot remove oil sludge and small particles adsorbed inside the filter element.

Correct cleaning method (if applicable)

Only a few washable oil filters exist, like some centrifugal or metal mesh types. Cleaning them requires different methods. First, take the filter off the engine completely. Next, soak metal parts in special cleaner or kerosene. Then, gently brush them with a soft bristle brush. After cleaning, blow dry all parts with compressed air. Ensure no moisture stays after drying. Check the filter element carefully after cleaning. If it shows damage or aging, replace it immediately. For most disposable paper filters, cleaning does not work. Replacing them directly is the only right choice.

My advice to you

For the vast majority of vehicles (including those in New Holland), the oil filter is a disposable paper filter element and it is not recommended or advisable to attempt cleaning. The safest and most effective method is to regularly replace the filter with a brand new one that meets the specifications.

Q: How often should I change my New Holland oil filter?

The recommendation for the replacement cycle of New Holland oil filters is to replace them every 5000 to 7500 kilometers or every six months, whichever comes first. However, the specific cycle still needs to be determined based on your oil type, vehicle operating environment, and manual.

Q: Why did you put a thin film of clean oil on the new oil filter gasket?

Applying oil to the gasket of the oil filter is mainly for lubrication and sealing, making the installation smoother and the sealing more reliable, and also protecting the gasket from damage.

Specifically:
Lubrication anti sticking: Engine oil can reduce friction between the gasket and the engine seat, avoiding gasket distortion or tearing during tightening.
Auxiliary sealing: A thin layer of engine oil can fill small gaps, making the seal tighter and reducing the risk of oil leakage.
Protective gasket: Especially for rubber gaskets, engine oil can prevent early aging or damage caused by dry friction.

Attention: The engine oil should be applied thinly and evenly, not too much, otherwise it may affect the sealing effect. Remember, the engine oil is applied to the gasket (sealing ring), not inside the filter element.