I heard that it calls for a 32mm socket but I have also heard of people using a strap wrench to remove the plastic nut on top of the housing.Do you think a strap wrench would work on removing the oil filter cap on a 2003 saturn vue?
Should work fine.Do you think a strap wrench would work on removing the oil filter cap on a 2003 saturn vue?
Until i invested in a socket set for those caps i used a large adjustable wrench at work...the strap wrench may do the job but i have never tried that...Good Luck
No. It may crush or crack.
Monday, April 26, 2010
How can i change my oil/oil filter in my 2006 chrysler 300?
im tired of high costs just to change my oil. and i also believe that the mchanics are not putting synthetic motor oil. i need to learn how to change the oil/oil filter on my 2006 chrysler 300 myself. please help.How can i change my oil/oil filter in my 2006 chrysler 300?
You can change it just like any other car. The only problem is that as of right now you can only get the oil filters from the dealer. There are other filters that fit, but there is a TSB bulletin from Chrysler that says if you use these filters, and engine damage reults, there is no warranty.beach makeup
You can change it just like any other car. The only problem is that as of right now you can only get the oil filters from the dealer. There are other filters that fit, but there is a TSB bulletin from Chrysler that says if you use these filters, and engine damage reults, there is no warranty.
What type of oil filter should I use for my 1995 Suzuki GSX-R 750?
I am in the midst of changing my oil and I need to order some filters. I see one site saying that the HF-138 is the correct filter and another saying the HF-147 is the correct filter. Which is it? HifloFlitro HF138 or HF147?What type of oil filter should I use for my 1995 Suzuki GSX-R 750?
with filters use oem due to the fact that some after market filters are more resticive and can starve the engine from oil yous suzki dealer will have the right one i burned up my bearings that wayWhat type of oil filter should I use for my 1995 Suzuki GSX-R 750?
Always use the factory OEM filter...chuck is right;...aftermarket/off brands, just don't use the same quality control. they make 250 different filters for 500 different machines, but only one internal design. Your OEM filter is designed and made for your machine.. never an oil problem in 40 years; that speaks for itself...
both will work, they have the same thread pattern but one is o\longer then the other and holds a little more oil.
with filters use oem due to the fact that some after market filters are more resticive and can starve the engine from oil yous suzki dealer will have the right one i burned up my bearings that wayWhat type of oil filter should I use for my 1995 Suzuki GSX-R 750?
Always use the factory OEM filter...chuck is right;...aftermarket/off brands, just don't use the same quality control. they make 250 different filters for 500 different machines, but only one internal design. Your OEM filter is designed and made for your machine.. never an oil problem in 40 years; that speaks for itself...
both will work, they have the same thread pattern but one is o\longer then the other and holds a little more oil.
Change to bigger oil filter based on manufacturer's specs?
I have an 1988 Toyota with a 4AFE engine. It uses a small oil filter. For the prior model year of cars with 4AFE engines, 1987, Toyota recommended a filter which was larger than the one they recommended for 1988. Same engine, same model car, but for some reason they changed the size recommendation of oil filter to a smaller one. Can I switch to the larger filter -- which is made by the same manufacturer? It has same filter material, but more of it, although probably it has a lower oil pressure due to its larger volume of filter, and, of course, I would need to add a bit more oil, but I never run the engine topped off with oil -- don't want to blow a gasket. I usually fill up to 95% of capacity -- my car's tolerances allow up to one quart low.Change to bigger oil filter based on manufacturer's specs?
A better alternative would be to go to an additional by-pass oil filter. A by-pass oil filter filters to less than .5 microns and acts as an additional filter for keeping the oil cleaner. You would have to add additional oil for the additional filter as well.
Running your engine slightly low on oil is like running yourself in a near dehydrated condtion. NEVER run your car low on oil even though it is within the Mfgs spec. Oil not only acts as a lubricant but also as a cooling agent and a depository for dirt.
On the other hand NEVER over fill your engine. That can cause other problems such as foaming caused by the oil being whipped by the crankshaft.
By-pass oil filers extend the life of your engine by nearly double and are commonly used in heavy trucks. Adding one to an automobile engine is just extra insurance. See the link below and check out the rest of the Amsoil site for additional information.Change to bigger oil filter based on manufacturer's specs?
Run the larger filter as long as it does not interfere with anything and is the same as the smaller one as far as having an oil bypass or check valve. The larger filter will do a better job of filtering and help cool the oil better and will not affect the pressure---that is determined by the pump. Use to be an old racing trick we used on Chevy small block engines by using a PF35 truck filter in place of a PF25 normal filter. We also use to put large bar magnets on the bottom of the filter to help trap any small metal particles from circulating in the oil and causing faster engine wear. You should keep the oil level up to the max level and you'll have to determine how much extra oil to add to compensate for the larger filter......don't let it fall below 1/2 quart low especially on smaller engines which tend to run hotter than V6 or 8.
they went to a smaller filter because of space requirements
I had an 88 Corolla and used a larger filter on it for years with no problems. The added length did not interfere with anything. I simply looked at filters at the store which had the same thread and o-ring diameter but were longer. Had 175K miles on it when I traded it in for a 2005 Corolla. Sorry, I don't have the owner's manual anymore or I would give you the part number.
I always felt the added filtering could only help. do it.
Good for you for wanting to have better filtration. Here's an article on a SAE paper on the correlation between particle size and engine wear:
http://www.amsoil.com/news/2007_july_fil鈥?/a>
I agree with the post about bypass filters. But, if you don't want to run one of those, why not choose a full-flow filter with the highest efficiency, Amsoil EaO: http://www.amsoil.com/redirect.cgi?zo=14鈥?/a>
A better alternative would be to go to an additional by-pass oil filter. A by-pass oil filter filters to less than .5 microns and acts as an additional filter for keeping the oil cleaner. You would have to add additional oil for the additional filter as well.
Running your engine slightly low on oil is like running yourself in a near dehydrated condtion. NEVER run your car low on oil even though it is within the Mfgs spec. Oil not only acts as a lubricant but also as a cooling agent and a depository for dirt.
On the other hand NEVER over fill your engine. That can cause other problems such as foaming caused by the oil being whipped by the crankshaft.
By-pass oil filers extend the life of your engine by nearly double and are commonly used in heavy trucks. Adding one to an automobile engine is just extra insurance. See the link below and check out the rest of the Amsoil site for additional information.Change to bigger oil filter based on manufacturer's specs?
Run the larger filter as long as it does not interfere with anything and is the same as the smaller one as far as having an oil bypass or check valve. The larger filter will do a better job of filtering and help cool the oil better and will not affect the pressure---that is determined by the pump. Use to be an old racing trick we used on Chevy small block engines by using a PF35 truck filter in place of a PF25 normal filter. We also use to put large bar magnets on the bottom of the filter to help trap any small metal particles from circulating in the oil and causing faster engine wear. You should keep the oil level up to the max level and you'll have to determine how much extra oil to add to compensate for the larger filter......don't let it fall below 1/2 quart low especially on smaller engines which tend to run hotter than V6 or 8.
they went to a smaller filter because of space requirements
I had an 88 Corolla and used a larger filter on it for years with no problems. The added length did not interfere with anything. I simply looked at filters at the store which had the same thread and o-ring diameter but were longer. Had 175K miles on it when I traded it in for a 2005 Corolla. Sorry, I don't have the owner's manual anymore or I would give you the part number.
I always felt the added filtering could only help. do it.
Good for you for wanting to have better filtration. Here's an article on a SAE paper on the correlation between particle size and engine wear:
http://www.amsoil.com/news/2007_july_fil鈥?/a>
I agree with the post about bypass filters. But, if you don't want to run one of those, why not choose a full-flow filter with the highest efficiency, Amsoil EaO: http://www.amsoil.com/redirect.cgi?zo=14鈥?/a>
Where is the oil filter located on a 94 nissan sentra?
I just got an oil change on Feb 28 and today my light came on indicating that there was something wrong with the oil pressure...I've been driving my car 50 miles/day for about 7 days now and when I got off the free way I heard a knocking noise coming from the engine...when I got to my boyfriend's house he checked my oil and there was no oil on the stick. So, where is the oil filter so I can check it? I need help. I just bought 2 quarts of engine oil and I'm about to add it in, but do I have to change the oil filter if I add new oil to the engine?Where is the oil filter located on a 94 nissan sentra?
no you don't need to change the filter if you're adding oil. you should change it when you're changing the oil. The person who performed the oil change may have drained the oil but forgot to put in new oil because he/she was busy. If this is the case, then your engine is pretty much damaged. Supposedly this is more likely to happen at a quick lube joint. Having no oil is a serious problem that might cost thousands of dollars to fix or replace.
the filter is underneath a car. You probably have to use a jack and put jackstands underneath the front of the car. You'll need a oil filter wrench to take it off. There are many sizes for this wrench. You can get an adjustable one. When you put a new filter on, lube the rubber gasket with oil with your finger first. Hand tighten it - do not use the wrench. Follow directions that came with the filter.
If you can get evidence of negligence by the person who performed the oil change, you need to go talk to the shop and see what they will do. They have insurance policies for these kinds of mistakes.
But it's weird that you were able to drive for about 7 days for relatively long distances. Maybe you have a leak. Check under the driveway/parking spot. Maybe the oil filter wasn't tightened properly, or maybe the drain plug is stripped/damaged. Or less likely, but still possible, the oil change technician didn't put enough oil in the engine on purpose, so that your car would have a problem later, and you would bring it in.Where is the oil filter located on a 94 nissan sentra?
if you lay on your back under the car at the back of the motor below the intake is were the filter is
no you don't need to change the filter if you're adding oil. you should change it when you're changing the oil. The person who performed the oil change may have drained the oil but forgot to put in new oil because he/she was busy. If this is the case, then your engine is pretty much damaged. Supposedly this is more likely to happen at a quick lube joint. Having no oil is a serious problem that might cost thousands of dollars to fix or replace.
the filter is underneath a car. You probably have to use a jack and put jackstands underneath the front of the car. You'll need a oil filter wrench to take it off. There are many sizes for this wrench. You can get an adjustable one. When you put a new filter on, lube the rubber gasket with oil with your finger first. Hand tighten it - do not use the wrench. Follow directions that came with the filter.
If you can get evidence of negligence by the person who performed the oil change, you need to go talk to the shop and see what they will do. They have insurance policies for these kinds of mistakes.
But it's weird that you were able to drive for about 7 days for relatively long distances. Maybe you have a leak. Check under the driveway/parking spot. Maybe the oil filter wasn't tightened properly, or maybe the drain plug is stripped/damaged. Or less likely, but still possible, the oil change technician didn't put enough oil in the engine on purpose, so that your car would have a problem later, and you would bring it in.Where is the oil filter located on a 94 nissan sentra?
if you lay on your back under the car at the back of the motor below the intake is were the filter is
Friday, January 8, 2010
Where is the oil filter located on a 2002 Saturn SL2?
Im trying to change the oil in my 2002 Saturn SL2 and can't seem to find the oil filter. Where is it located? thanks for the help!Where is the oil filter located on a 2002 Saturn SL2?
If I'm thinking of the right engine it is probably the horizontally mounted filter. Pop the hood and you should be able to find it.
If I'm thinking of the right engine it is probably the horizontally mounted filter. Pop the hood and you should be able to find it.
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