How to Replace 6.7 PowerStroke Crankcase Filter #flyingwrenches #fordf150 #mechanic, by Flying Wrenches on YouTube. 2 min 49 s.
- Video length
- 2 min 49 s
- Time to do it
- 20 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 9
What you need
Steps
Park on level ground and let the engine cool fully. Open the hood and put on safety glasses so dirt and oil cannot fall into your eyes.
Find the crankcase filter housing on top of the engine near the valve cover. It is a small round or oval canister with a cap and a hose attached.
Loosen the clamp on the vent hose with a flathead screwdriver or socket, then pull the hose off the housing.
Unbolt or unclip the housing cap. Keep the bolts and clips in a tray so they do not get lost in the engine bay.
Pull the old filter straight out and wipe the inside of the housing with a clean rag. Check the seal for cracks or hardening.
Push the new filter into the housing with the correct side facing out. Do not force it if it binds.
Refit the cap and tighten the bolts or clips evenly. Do not overtighten plastic parts.
Slide the vent hose back on and tighten the clamp. Make sure the hose is fully seated and not kinked.
Start the engine and let it idle for a minute. Check for leaks or a loose hose, then close the hood.
Tips and common mistakes
Replace the filter at the interval in your owner's manual, often around 30,000 miles, or sooner if you see oil mist around the housing.
Do not overtighten the housing bolts, since the plastic cap can crack and cause a leak.
Keep the old filter until you confirm the new one fits, in case the part number is wrong.
Questions
Do I need a scan tool to replace the crankcase filter?
No. It is a mechanical part swap. A scan tool like ForScan is only useful if you want to check for related fault codes afterward.
How often should the 6.7L PowerStroke crankcase filter be changed?
Follow the interval in your owner's manual, which is commonly around 30,000 miles. Heavy towing or dusty driving may call for shorter intervals.
What happens if I skip the crankcase filter change?
A clogged filter can raise crankcase pressure and cause oil mist, leaks or seal damage. Replacing it on schedule keeps the vent system working.
This guide was drafted from the video's details and general task knowledge. It has not been checked against the full video. Check the video and relevant product instructions before following a procedure. Report a correction.
