Twist Lock Disassembly(Click on image for larger picture)
1
Place the filter element into the housing making sure the three “ears” on the element fall into their slots in the housing.
3
Twist filter element 1/3 turn clockwise (to the right), then let the element spring back up into the locked position.
2
Gently push the filter element straight down into the housing.
4
Make sure the three filter element ears are fully engaged in the housing notches. As the filter tightens on the engine the filter element will tighten against the housing which will eliminate any play.