The oil filters on Shadows are under the engine on the left rear side. They can be a little difficult to remove. You can do it with a strap wrench or big channel locks, or the Kruyakn filter remover.
Follow wolf_whitefeather's advice concerning the K%26amp;N , it has a 17mm bolt head on it that makes removal a snap, next time out.How easy is it to replace oil filter on Honda 750 Shadow Motorcycle?
real easy it's a spin on type
spend the eztra money and get a good K%26amp;N filter should be less than $15 and while your at it I always replace fuel and air filters at the same time.
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
How do you get the oil filter off a citroen zara 1.8 injection?
There seems to be no room to get to the filter unless you remove the fuel injection system. Is this right?How do you get the oil filter off a citroen zara 1.8 injection?
From underneath. They're built these days for the professional mechanic with a ramp etc.How do you get the oil filter off a citroen zara 1.8 injection?
Can't you get at it from the bottom up, between engine and firewall?
oil filter rench and turn anti clock wise normaly from to of engine if it has aircon you may have to bend the pipes slightly to get it out
From underneath. They're built these days for the professional mechanic with a ramp etc.How do you get the oil filter off a citroen zara 1.8 injection?
Can't you get at it from the bottom up, between engine and firewall?
oil filter rench and turn anti clock wise normaly from to of engine if it has aircon you may have to bend the pipes slightly to get it out
Is it possible to change the oil on a car and not change the oil filter?
What are the potential problems that might happen if the oil filter wasn't changed but the oil was during an oil change?Is it possible to change the oil on a car and not change the oil filter?
Yes, but you car will not have sufficient protection as with a new filter. If you like spending money on new engines or new vehicles, then fine. A filter that is half way blocked with debris will not last long as the new oil will soon not be able to pass through the filter and the engine will soon wear out. A couple of thousand miles, maybe more, but to be honest, only a fool would attempt it.
Good Luck.
Dr AntonyIs it possible to change the oil on a car and not change the oil filter?
Yes it is possible. However the new oil's potential will not be out to use as the old filter clogs the system of the old dirt. If you can buy new oil, why not also put a little extra for the new filter. as to the dangers of it, I haven't encountered it yet as I simultaneously change the oil and the filter.
What's the point of changing your oil if you're going to do a half-fast job?
Oils collect contaminants over time including dirt, metal particles, and acids - all of which cause engine wear. Leaving the filter leaves a filter full of dirty oil and a filter full of stuff that you don't want leaching back into your fresh oil.
Filters also have a bypass valve that opens when the filter becomes clogged enough to restrict the flow. That effectively gives you no filtering whatsoever.
Filters are cheap. Engines ain't.
Don
Anything is possible!
Why don't you save by just driving your car 6,000mi. between oil changes, then you'll save on oil too!
Which is cheaper the oil or the oil filter?
The oil filter, so your going to be there so why not do them both?
The answer too your question is yes
the average oil filter was designed too last two oil change intervals.
with no problems (its just not recommended anymore)
Because of the stupid people-It's a long story-the old time techs' will know what I mean.
im not a mechanic but changing oil without changing ur oil filter should be ok but depending on wen is da last time u change da oil filter.....it only cost less den $10 and do it urself...it's easy actually i just did my oil change...i use Mobil 1 fully synthetic oil and Mobil 1 oil filter...my oppinion i say it's better off doin da complete oil change cuz after miles of running da filter gets clogged up and it wont perform da way it suppose to....full oil change recommend: fresh oil, and oil filter plus u can change da drain plug but i didnt if it dont need to, 3k-5k miles depending on ur driving condition... like i said im not a mechanic but i do about 90% of da work myself including full oil change......i say just change da oil filter it only takes a minute........
yes you dont have to change the oild filter every service its just recomended for best preventative maintenance.
Sure, but why would you? Cheap insurance.......beach makeup
Yes, but you car will not have sufficient protection as with a new filter. If you like spending money on new engines or new vehicles, then fine. A filter that is half way blocked with debris will not last long as the new oil will soon not be able to pass through the filter and the engine will soon wear out. A couple of thousand miles, maybe more, but to be honest, only a fool would attempt it.
Good Luck.
Dr AntonyIs it possible to change the oil on a car and not change the oil filter?
Yes it is possible. However the new oil's potential will not be out to use as the old filter clogs the system of the old dirt. If you can buy new oil, why not also put a little extra for the new filter. as to the dangers of it, I haven't encountered it yet as I simultaneously change the oil and the filter.
What's the point of changing your oil if you're going to do a half-fast job?
Oils collect contaminants over time including dirt, metal particles, and acids - all of which cause engine wear. Leaving the filter leaves a filter full of dirty oil and a filter full of stuff that you don't want leaching back into your fresh oil.
Filters also have a bypass valve that opens when the filter becomes clogged enough to restrict the flow. That effectively gives you no filtering whatsoever.
Filters are cheap. Engines ain't.
Don
Anything is possible!
Why don't you save by just driving your car 6,000mi. between oil changes, then you'll save on oil too!
Which is cheaper the oil or the oil filter?
The oil filter, so your going to be there so why not do them both?
The answer too your question is yes
the average oil filter was designed too last two oil change intervals.
with no problems (its just not recommended anymore)
Because of the stupid people-It's a long story-the old time techs' will know what I mean.
im not a mechanic but changing oil without changing ur oil filter should be ok but depending on wen is da last time u change da oil filter.....it only cost less den $10 and do it urself...it's easy actually i just did my oil change...i use Mobil 1 fully synthetic oil and Mobil 1 oil filter...my oppinion i say it's better off doin da complete oil change cuz after miles of running da filter gets clogged up and it wont perform da way it suppose to....full oil change recommend: fresh oil, and oil filter plus u can change da drain plug but i didnt if it dont need to, 3k-5k miles depending on ur driving condition... like i said im not a mechanic but i do about 90% of da work myself including full oil change......i say just change da oil filter it only takes a minute........
yes you dont have to change the oild filter every service its just recomended for best preventative maintenance.
Sure, but why would you? Cheap insurance.......
Do i have to drain the oil in my car before i change the oil filter?
or can i change the filter without draining the oil?Do i have to drain the oil in my car before i change the oil filter?
Oil Change instructions for Women:
1) Pull up to Jiffy Lube when the mileage reaches 3000 miles since the last oil change.
2) Drink a cup of coffee.
3) 15 minutes later, write a check and leave with a properly maintained vehicle.
Money spent:
Oil Change:
$20.00
Coffee: $1.00
Total: $21.00
==========
Oil Change instructions for Men :
1) Wait until Saturday, drive to auto parts store and buy a case of oil, filter, kitty litter, hand cleaner and a scented tree, write a check for $50.00.
2) Stop by 7/11 and buy a case of beer, write a check for $20, drive home.
3) Open a beer and drink it.
4) Jack car up. Spend 30 minutes looking for jack stands.
5) Find jack stands under kid's pedal car.
6) In frustration, open another beer and drink it.
7) Place drain pan under engine..
8) Look for 9/16 box end wrench.
9) Give up and use crescent wrench.
10) Unscrew drain plug.
11) Drop drain plug in pan of hot oil: splash hot oil on you in process. Cuss.
12) Crawl out from under car to wipe hot oil off of face and arms. Throw kitty litter on spilled oil.
13) Have another beer while watching oil drain.
14) Spend 30 minutes looking for oil filter wrench.
15) Give up; crawl under car and hammer a screwdriver through oil filter and twist off.
16) Crawl out from under car with dripping oil filter splashing oil everywhere from holes. Cleverly hide old oil filter among trash in trash can to avoid environmental penalties. Drink a beer.
17) Install new oil filter making sure to apply a thin coat of oil to gasket surface.
18) Dump first quart of fresh oil into engine.
19) Remember drain plug from step 11.
20) Hurry to find drain plug in drain pan.
21) Drink beer.
22) Discover that first quart of fresh oil is now on the floor. Throw kitty litter on oil spill.
23) Get drain plug back in with only a minor spill. Drink beer.
24) Crawl under car getting kitty litter into eyes. Wipe eyes with oily rag used to clean drain plug. Slip with stupid crescent wrench tightening drain plug and bang knuckles on frame removing any excess skin between knuckles and frame.
25) Begin cussing fit.
26) Throw stupid crescent wrench.
27) Cuss for additional 5 minutes because wrench hit bowling trophy.
28) Beer.
29) Clean up hands and bandage as required to stop blood flow.
30) Beer.
31) Dump in five fresh quarts of oil.
32) Beer.
33) Lower car from jack stands.
34) Move car back to apply more kitty litter to fresh oil spilled during any missed steps.
35) Beer.
36) Test drive car.
37) Get pulled over: arrested for driving under the influence.
38) Car gets impounded.
39) Call loving wife, make bail..
40) 12 hours later, get car from impound yard.
Money spent:
Parts: $50.00
DUI: $2500.00
Impound fee: $75.00
Bail: $1500.00
Beer: $20.00
Total: $4,145.00
But knowing the job was done right....pricelessDo i have to drain the oil in my car before i change the oil filter?
You can change the filter without draining the oil first but why? If you intend to change the filter without changing the oil then this is possible but would only make sense if you had recently done an oil change and then the filter had been damaged. Note that if you change the filter only then you will still need to add new oil to replace that lost in the old filter.
If you are changing oil and filter then the optimum procedure is to drain the oil when the engine is warm, change the filter, remember to replace the oil drain plug and refill with fresh oil.
Changing the filter more frequently than the oil does not make sense. It makes more sense to change the oil twice per filter change.
you can change the filter without changing the oil and vice versa, however neither one is a good idea. changing the filter won't help your oil condition much as the dark in the oil is carbon that is already too small for your filter to process. the filter just gets out the big stuff.
on the other hand, changing the oil without the filter means there is no good cleaning element for your oil and there will be fouled oil still in the filter meaning you'll start out with dirty oil
as for oil in the face. on nearly every car the top of the filter is higher than the top of the oil reservoir, thus the amount of oil spill from the filter is not related to draining the oil from the car first.
you can do it either way. you can change the filter first or drain the oil first but either way both needs to be changed when you change the oil. all the oil will come out is what,s in the filter when you take it off and the most of the oil is in the oil pan so you can do it either way but change both the oil and filter of you will just be leaving a quart of dirty oil in the engine if you don,t change the filter too.
it all depends on which kind of oil filter you have or where it sits, take a volkswagen for example, the filter housing is located in front of the engine sitting upright, you can take the housing off and replace the filter with next to no spillages, other cars are different but you never stated what you drive
Yes you need to drain the oil, disconnect the oil filter change that then fill your car back up with the proper amount of oil (check the owner manual. Be sure to tighten the oil plug and filter.
You can but if your filter needs changed you oil is dirty and needs changed. The filter is above the oil in the pan so by taking the filter off all the oil won't come out.
You could do but it would be very advisable to change the oil at the same time , change the filter without the oil would be like changing your clothes when dirty but not showering
change the filter after draining
http://autorepair.about.com/od/regularma鈥?/a>
You can change the oil filter first if you want...but it'll be messy lol. you should change the oil filter WITH changing the oil.
wel you dont have to drain oil but why replace filter and not the oil or other way oil an dnot filter as well like washing your feet and putting on dirty socks
Its best to drain the oil first before changing the filter. Easier and much cleaner that way.
No, it doesn't matter. Unless you decide to have the car running while changing the filter. LOL. These people are crazy.
no, but you can really avoid a mini exxon valdez if you do.
That's whats best to do. You could also Google or Ask Jeeves what to do.
The short answer is yes you can
You should drain the oil first unless you want a face full of oil.
yes please.
depends how you spend your pennies, and what you do with your time.i have been know to change the filter by itself, but the oil there after.time can be of the essence..
Oil Change instructions for Women:
1) Pull up to Jiffy Lube when the mileage reaches 3000 miles since the last oil change.
2) Drink a cup of coffee.
3) 15 minutes later, write a check and leave with a properly maintained vehicle.
Money spent:
Oil Change:
$20.00
Coffee: $1.00
Total: $21.00
==========
Oil Change instructions for Men :
1) Wait until Saturday, drive to auto parts store and buy a case of oil, filter, kitty litter, hand cleaner and a scented tree, write a check for $50.00.
2) Stop by 7/11 and buy a case of beer, write a check for $20, drive home.
3) Open a beer and drink it.
4) Jack car up. Spend 30 minutes looking for jack stands.
5) Find jack stands under kid's pedal car.
6) In frustration, open another beer and drink it.
7) Place drain pan under engine..
8) Look for 9/16 box end wrench.
9) Give up and use crescent wrench.
10) Unscrew drain plug.
11) Drop drain plug in pan of hot oil: splash hot oil on you in process. Cuss.
12) Crawl out from under car to wipe hot oil off of face and arms. Throw kitty litter on spilled oil.
13) Have another beer while watching oil drain.
14) Spend 30 minutes looking for oil filter wrench.
15) Give up; crawl under car and hammer a screwdriver through oil filter and twist off.
16) Crawl out from under car with dripping oil filter splashing oil everywhere from holes. Cleverly hide old oil filter among trash in trash can to avoid environmental penalties. Drink a beer.
17) Install new oil filter making sure to apply a thin coat of oil to gasket surface.
18) Dump first quart of fresh oil into engine.
19) Remember drain plug from step 11.
20) Hurry to find drain plug in drain pan.
21) Drink beer.
22) Discover that first quart of fresh oil is now on the floor. Throw kitty litter on oil spill.
23) Get drain plug back in with only a minor spill. Drink beer.
24) Crawl under car getting kitty litter into eyes. Wipe eyes with oily rag used to clean drain plug. Slip with stupid crescent wrench tightening drain plug and bang knuckles on frame removing any excess skin between knuckles and frame.
25) Begin cussing fit.
26) Throw stupid crescent wrench.
27) Cuss for additional 5 minutes because wrench hit bowling trophy.
28) Beer.
29) Clean up hands and bandage as required to stop blood flow.
30) Beer.
31) Dump in five fresh quarts of oil.
32) Beer.
33) Lower car from jack stands.
34) Move car back to apply more kitty litter to fresh oil spilled during any missed steps.
35) Beer.
36) Test drive car.
37) Get pulled over: arrested for driving under the influence.
38) Car gets impounded.
39) Call loving wife, make bail..
40) 12 hours later, get car from impound yard.
Money spent:
Parts: $50.00
DUI: $2500.00
Impound fee: $75.00
Bail: $1500.00
Beer: $20.00
Total: $4,145.00
But knowing the job was done right....pricelessDo i have to drain the oil in my car before i change the oil filter?
You can change the filter without draining the oil first but why? If you intend to change the filter without changing the oil then this is possible but would only make sense if you had recently done an oil change and then the filter had been damaged. Note that if you change the filter only then you will still need to add new oil to replace that lost in the old filter.
If you are changing oil and filter then the optimum procedure is to drain the oil when the engine is warm, change the filter, remember to replace the oil drain plug and refill with fresh oil.
Changing the filter more frequently than the oil does not make sense. It makes more sense to change the oil twice per filter change.
you can change the filter without changing the oil and vice versa, however neither one is a good idea. changing the filter won't help your oil condition much as the dark in the oil is carbon that is already too small for your filter to process. the filter just gets out the big stuff.
on the other hand, changing the oil without the filter means there is no good cleaning element for your oil and there will be fouled oil still in the filter meaning you'll start out with dirty oil
as for oil in the face. on nearly every car the top of the filter is higher than the top of the oil reservoir, thus the amount of oil spill from the filter is not related to draining the oil from the car first.
you can do it either way. you can change the filter first or drain the oil first but either way both needs to be changed when you change the oil. all the oil will come out is what,s in the filter when you take it off and the most of the oil is in the oil pan so you can do it either way but change both the oil and filter of you will just be leaving a quart of dirty oil in the engine if you don,t change the filter too.
it all depends on which kind of oil filter you have or where it sits, take a volkswagen for example, the filter housing is located in front of the engine sitting upright, you can take the housing off and replace the filter with next to no spillages, other cars are different but you never stated what you drive
Yes you need to drain the oil, disconnect the oil filter change that then fill your car back up with the proper amount of oil (check the owner manual. Be sure to tighten the oil plug and filter.
You can but if your filter needs changed you oil is dirty and needs changed. The filter is above the oil in the pan so by taking the filter off all the oil won't come out.
You could do but it would be very advisable to change the oil at the same time , change the filter without the oil would be like changing your clothes when dirty but not showering
change the filter after draining
http://autorepair.about.com/od/regularma鈥?/a>
You can change the oil filter first if you want...but it'll be messy lol. you should change the oil filter WITH changing the oil.
wel you dont have to drain oil but why replace filter and not the oil or other way oil an dnot filter as well like washing your feet and putting on dirty socks
Its best to drain the oil first before changing the filter. Easier and much cleaner that way.
No, it doesn't matter. Unless you decide to have the car running while changing the filter. LOL. These people are crazy.
no, but you can really avoid a mini exxon valdez if you do.
That's whats best to do. You could also Google or Ask Jeeves what to do.
The short answer is yes you can
You should drain the oil first unless you want a face full of oil.
yes please.
depends how you spend your pennies, and what you do with your time.i have been know to change the filter by itself, but the oil there after.time can be of the essence..
When changing your oil, do you use an OEM oil filter or an aftermarket one?
Just wondering what everyones opinion is. Do you buy the OEM filter from the dealership or use an aftermarket such as Fram or a store brand.When changing your oil, do you use an OEM oil filter or an aftermarket one?
The only aftermarket filter I buy is made by WIX. Fram is absolute trash. If your engine is over 100K and you havent owned it from day one, buy a WIX. If you really care about the car, go factory.When changing your oil, do you use an OEM oil filter or an aftermarket one?
Buy a good one at NAPA.
Aftermarket is ok. Just change it with oil every 3 months or 3,000 miles.
Fram.
I use aftermarket. Most aftermarket meet OEM standards. In fact, I believe Purolator makes the top ranked oil filters (which should be cheaper than what you pay for at the dealer)
http://www.pureoil.com/
Hey Dog the best filters to use on any car either foreign or domestic is FRAM,My 1979 chevrolet malibu classic with the 305 loves it to death and with FRAM you simply can't go wrong with those products.Try this website out and see for yourself,www.framautomotiveproducts.com.
Depends. If your car is a newer model and still under warranty, you may want to use the OEM. If it is paid off, or close to being so, use the after market brands sold at the auto parts store.
Best,
Poet
an aftermarket filter works just as well, I like purolator myself.
Napa or Wix filters are better than OEM. Baldwin also offers a good filter. Don't use fram those things are junk.
The only aftermarket filter I buy is made by WIX. Fram is absolute trash. If your engine is over 100K and you havent owned it from day one, buy a WIX. If you really care about the car, go factory.When changing your oil, do you use an OEM oil filter or an aftermarket one?
Buy a good one at NAPA.
Aftermarket is ok. Just change it with oil every 3 months or 3,000 miles.
Fram.
I use aftermarket. Most aftermarket meet OEM standards. In fact, I believe Purolator makes the top ranked oil filters (which should be cheaper than what you pay for at the dealer)
http://www.pureoil.com/
Hey Dog the best filters to use on any car either foreign or domestic is FRAM,My 1979 chevrolet malibu classic with the 305 loves it to death and with FRAM you simply can't go wrong with those products.Try this website out and see for yourself,www.framautomotiveproducts.com.
Depends. If your car is a newer model and still under warranty, you may want to use the OEM. If it is paid off, or close to being so, use the after market brands sold at the auto parts store.
Best,
Poet
an aftermarket filter works just as well, I like purolator myself.
Napa or Wix filters are better than OEM. Baldwin also offers a good filter. Don't use fram those things are junk.
How to change a oil filter on a 2003 Saab 9-3 2.0t?
Is there a tool that is required for removing the canister around the filter?How to change a oil filter on a 2003 Saab 9-3 2.0t?
Yes. You need a 32mm , 6 point socket and a 6 inch extension. perhaps a little more extension.
Yes. You need a 32mm , 6 point socket and a 6 inch extension. perhaps a little more extension.
When I go to a corner garage for a synthetic oil change, what kind of oil filter do they normally use?
OEM oil filter?
FRAM oil filter?
OEM synthetic oil filter?
FRAM synthetic oil filter?
other?
I am asking because I have a scheduled oil change tomorrow, he didn't have Mobile1 synthetic so I bought my own. I am wondering if I should buy my own oil filter as well (I would probably buy Mobile1 filter). If not he will provide, but I am not sure what kind of oil filter he will put in.
THanksWhen I go to a corner garage for a synthetic oil change, what kind of oil filter do they normally use?
They will probably use a cheap one with regular cellulose(paper) media. This should be fine if you're changing it every six months or so. If it really concerns you, take your own filter.
As an Amsoil dealer I use and recommend the Amsoil EaO synthetic nanofiber oil filters and change the oil and filter once a year. If there's a car that Amsoil doesn't make a filter for, I usually use a Purolator Pure-One and change it every six months and the oil(Amsoil synthetic) once a year.
my Amsoil website: http://www.number1synthetic.com
Good luck!When I go to a corner garage for a synthetic oil change, what kind of oil filter do they normally use?
He will probably use a fram as most garages do unless you take it to a dealership and they use what the factory uses, fram is a real good filter and I have been using them for over 40 Yrs. with not a problem from one of them.
FRAM oil filter?
OEM synthetic oil filter?
FRAM synthetic oil filter?
other?
I am asking because I have a scheduled oil change tomorrow, he didn't have Mobile1 synthetic so I bought my own. I am wondering if I should buy my own oil filter as well (I would probably buy Mobile1 filter). If not he will provide, but I am not sure what kind of oil filter he will put in.
THanksWhen I go to a corner garage for a synthetic oil change, what kind of oil filter do they normally use?
They will probably use a cheap one with regular cellulose(paper) media. This should be fine if you're changing it every six months or so. If it really concerns you, take your own filter.
As an Amsoil dealer I use and recommend the Amsoil EaO synthetic nanofiber oil filters and change the oil and filter once a year. If there's a car that Amsoil doesn't make a filter for, I usually use a Purolator Pure-One and change it every six months and the oil(Amsoil synthetic) once a year.
my Amsoil website: http://www.number1synthetic.com
Good luck!When I go to a corner garage for a synthetic oil change, what kind of oil filter do they normally use?
He will probably use a fram as most garages do unless you take it to a dealership and they use what the factory uses, fram is a real good filter and I have been using them for over 40 Yrs. with not a problem from one of them.
Is it possible to drive a car w/o an oil filter? How did it fall off?Why? who's fault?
I went for an oil change about 10 days ago. My oil light came on and my car stalled. When I had it towed to the nearest auto station, they told me my car did not have a filiter. What went wrong? My engine was damaged and now it is sitting in the shop where I had the oil change done. They told me that their insurance company has to come and investigate. Are they at fault? How does a filter just ';fall off';? HOw can I get this resolved? Are they responsible for repairng/getting me a new engineIs it possible to drive a car w/o an oil filter? How did it fall off?Why? who's fault?
There are only three reasons that an oil filter would fall off.
A) Defective filter
B) Wrong filter installed on the car
C) Improper installation
Unless you provided your own oil filter, the shop is going to be liable not only for the repair of your vehicle, but also for your costs for replacement transportation while the car is being repaired. They should also pay for the towing bill, and the bill at the shop where the car was towed!!Is it possible to drive a car w/o an oil filter? How did it fall off?Why? who's fault?
If all is true, document everything and never go to a ';quick lube'; service shop again! Apparently the mechanic that worked on your car is on drugs and needs treatment.
It is possible, but not for long. Obviously all the oil drains or is pumped out through where the oil filter attaches. I'd say the place that changed the oil filter is at fault, but proving that is an entirely different matter (especially ten days later).
well sounds pretty cut and dry that they messed up. Unfortunately don't expect to get out of this for nothing. All the insurance or the oil change shop is entitled to do is get a motor equivalent to what you had. So if you had 100 miles on it they will get an engine from a junk yard with 100k miles on it. If you want a brand new engine forget about it. You, unfortunately, may even have some out pocket expense. It is just the way it works with insurance companies. Just remember that mistakes happen and it is only a car. If they cooperate and give you a loaner until the car is fixed and do fix the car then that is all you can ask for really. It is unfortunate or you and the oil change shop. It will definitely hurt their reputation and also may hurt your wallet too.
ever who installed the filter may not have tightened it back up right ,that puts them responsible for the damage to it,if it needs another engine in it they will be responsible for seeing that it is fixed back right,good luck with it.
they installed the wrong filter .i just ran into a pathfinder with the same problem the used a filter for a diffent make engine .there is a slight possibility of a defective filter but unlikely.or just a shoddy job,hope this helps
it's 100% thier fault they did that
There are only three reasons that an oil filter would fall off.
A) Defective filter
B) Wrong filter installed on the car
C) Improper installation
Unless you provided your own oil filter, the shop is going to be liable not only for the repair of your vehicle, but also for your costs for replacement transportation while the car is being repaired. They should also pay for the towing bill, and the bill at the shop where the car was towed!!Is it possible to drive a car w/o an oil filter? How did it fall off?Why? who's fault?
If all is true, document everything and never go to a ';quick lube'; service shop again! Apparently the mechanic that worked on your car is on drugs and needs treatment.
It is possible, but not for long. Obviously all the oil drains or is pumped out through where the oil filter attaches. I'd say the place that changed the oil filter is at fault, but proving that is an entirely different matter (especially ten days later).
well sounds pretty cut and dry that they messed up. Unfortunately don't expect to get out of this for nothing. All the insurance or the oil change shop is entitled to do is get a motor equivalent to what you had. So if you had 100 miles on it they will get an engine from a junk yard with 100k miles on it. If you want a brand new engine forget about it. You, unfortunately, may even have some out pocket expense. It is just the way it works with insurance companies. Just remember that mistakes happen and it is only a car. If they cooperate and give you a loaner until the car is fixed and do fix the car then that is all you can ask for really. It is unfortunate or you and the oil change shop. It will definitely hurt their reputation and also may hurt your wallet too.
ever who installed the filter may not have tightened it back up right ,that puts them responsible for the damage to it,if it needs another engine in it they will be responsible for seeing that it is fixed back right,good luck with it.
they installed the wrong filter .i just ran into a pathfinder with the same problem the used a filter for a diffent make engine .there is a slight possibility of a defective filter but unlikely.or just a shoddy job,hope this helps
it's 100% thier fault they did that
Best oil and oil filter brand to buy?
I have a 96 corolla with 122,000 miles on it.
I was wondering what brand of oil and oil filter i should buy. What grade for the oil: 5w 30, 10w 30? And should i buy synthetic and/or high mileage oil?Best oil and oil filter brand to buy?
I WOULD RECOMMEND CASTROL MOTOR OIL, ANY BRAND OF FILTER WILL WORK,THEY ARE ALL THE SAME. I WOULD NOT GO WITH A SYNTHETIC, COSTS MORE THEN THE REGULAR OIL, NOT REALLY WORTH IT ON AN OLDER CAR WITH A LOT OF MILESBest oil and oil filter brand to buy?
your car is considered to be a highmileage vehicle, i would think that a castrol high mileage 10w-40 will be great for you
it will also minimise any consumption if you have any
also a good fram+ filtre
synthetic oil is the best. theres tons of brands from pennzoil, mobil 1, to royal purple. etc. Performance oil filters are a joke, they're all the same.. just different colors and a cool ';wrench end filter'; for easy removal.. its so retarted.
Synthetic more HP and try K%26amp;N oil Filtersbeach makeup
I was wondering what brand of oil and oil filter i should buy. What grade for the oil: 5w 30, 10w 30? And should i buy synthetic and/or high mileage oil?Best oil and oil filter brand to buy?
I WOULD RECOMMEND CASTROL MOTOR OIL, ANY BRAND OF FILTER WILL WORK,THEY ARE ALL THE SAME. I WOULD NOT GO WITH A SYNTHETIC, COSTS MORE THEN THE REGULAR OIL, NOT REALLY WORTH IT ON AN OLDER CAR WITH A LOT OF MILESBest oil and oil filter brand to buy?
your car is considered to be a highmileage vehicle, i would think that a castrol high mileage 10w-40 will be great for you
it will also minimise any consumption if you have any
also a good fram+ filtre
synthetic oil is the best. theres tons of brands from pennzoil, mobil 1, to royal purple. etc. Performance oil filters are a joke, they're all the same.. just different colors and a cool ';wrench end filter'; for easy removal.. its so retarted.
Synthetic more HP and try K%26amp;N oil Filters
What kind of oil filter do I need for a 1999 toyota camry ce 4 cylander?
I can't seem to find it online anywhere...What kind of oil filter do I need for a 1999 toyota camry ce 4 cylander?
I too recommend using genuine Toyota oil filters.
FYI the best unit price for your 4 cylinder Toyota Part No. 90915-YZZF2 is buying them on EBAY in quantities ranging from 4 to a whole case of 10
FYI there are actual Toyota dealers selling on EBAY if you click visit EBAY Motors, then go to Parts %26amp; Accessories, the below unit price is $4 based on a $35 Buy It Now and $5 S%26amp;H = $40 Total %26lt;= of course it helps if your own two or more 4 cylinder Toyotas and have a big double car garage
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Hope the Above Info Helps!What kind of oil filter do I need for a 1999 toyota camry ce 4 cylander?
1999 CAMRY WITH A 4 CYLINDER ENGINE USES GENUINE TOYOTA OIL FILTER #90915YZZF2.YOU COULD FIND IT AT ANY TOYOTA DEALER PARTS DEPARTMENT.
just ask for a F2 oil filter at the dealer parts counter they will know what you mean.
good luck
Check with Autozone, Advanced Auto, or O'Reillys online......they should have it listed. Probably easier to find if you know the specific engine.....1.8 liter, 2.4, etc. Raise the hood of your car and find this info on a sticker under the hood or on the front top of the radiator support. Wix brand filters are good, but i like the Fram too, it has an ';easy grip'; coating on it nowadays which makes it a whole lot easier to change. Good Luck!!
My 2005 camry XLE, so i used any of oil filter that match with my car from wal-mart or any autopart. Ask service guy for sure before buy it. I usually used the cheap one and replace any time of oil change. Should not think too much about oil filter, you can do as same as my way.
a toyota filter
check out http://www.tunerplaza.com - Im sure theyll have one for you
I too recommend using genuine Toyota oil filters.
FYI the best unit price for your 4 cylinder Toyota Part No. 90915-YZZF2 is buying them on EBAY in quantities ranging from 4 to a whole case of 10
FYI there are actual Toyota dealers selling on EBAY if you click visit EBAY Motors, then go to Parts %26amp; Accessories, the below unit price is $4 based on a $35 Buy It Now and $5 S%26amp;H = $40 Total %26lt;= of course it helps if your own two or more 4 cylinder Toyotas and have a big double car garage
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayIS鈥?/a>
Hope the Above Info Helps!What kind of oil filter do I need for a 1999 toyota camry ce 4 cylander?
1999 CAMRY WITH A 4 CYLINDER ENGINE USES GENUINE TOYOTA OIL FILTER #90915YZZF2.YOU COULD FIND IT AT ANY TOYOTA DEALER PARTS DEPARTMENT.
just ask for a F2 oil filter at the dealer parts counter they will know what you mean.
good luck
Check with Autozone, Advanced Auto, or O'Reillys online......they should have it listed. Probably easier to find if you know the specific engine.....1.8 liter, 2.4, etc. Raise the hood of your car and find this info on a sticker under the hood or on the front top of the radiator support. Wix brand filters are good, but i like the Fram too, it has an ';easy grip'; coating on it nowadays which makes it a whole lot easier to change. Good Luck!!
My 2005 camry XLE, so i used any of oil filter that match with my car from wal-mart or any autopart. Ask service guy for sure before buy it. I usually used the cheap one and replace any time of oil change. Should not think too much about oil filter, you can do as same as my way.
a toyota filter
check out http://www.tunerplaza.com - Im sure theyll have one for you
Best oil and oil filter brand to buy?
I have a 96 corolla with 122,000 miles on it.
I was wondering what brand of oil and oil filter i should buy. What grade for the oil: 5w 30, 10w 30? And should i buy synthetic and/or high mileage oil?Best oil and oil filter brand to buy?
I WOULD RECOMMEND CASTROL MOTOR OIL, ANY BRAND OF FILTER WILL WORK,THEY ARE ALL THE SAME. I WOULD NOT GO WITH A SYNTHETIC, COSTS MORE THEN THE REGULAR OIL, NOT REALLY WORTH IT ON AN OLDER CAR WITH A LOT OF MILESBest oil and oil filter brand to buy?
your car is considered to be a highmileage vehicle, i would think that a castrol high mileage 10w-40 will be great for you
it will also minimise any consumption if you have any
also a good fram+ filtre
synthetic oil is the best. theres tons of brands from pennzoil, mobil 1, to royal purple. etc. Performance oil filters are a joke, they're all the same.. just different colors and a cool ';wrench end filter'; for easy removal.. its so retarted.
Synthetic more HP and try K%26amp;N oil Filters
I was wondering what brand of oil and oil filter i should buy. What grade for the oil: 5w 30, 10w 30? And should i buy synthetic and/or high mileage oil?Best oil and oil filter brand to buy?
I WOULD RECOMMEND CASTROL MOTOR OIL, ANY BRAND OF FILTER WILL WORK,THEY ARE ALL THE SAME. I WOULD NOT GO WITH A SYNTHETIC, COSTS MORE THEN THE REGULAR OIL, NOT REALLY WORTH IT ON AN OLDER CAR WITH A LOT OF MILESBest oil and oil filter brand to buy?
your car is considered to be a highmileage vehicle, i would think that a castrol high mileage 10w-40 will be great for you
it will also minimise any consumption if you have any
also a good fram+ filtre
synthetic oil is the best. theres tons of brands from pennzoil, mobil 1, to royal purple. etc. Performance oil filters are a joke, they're all the same.. just different colors and a cool ';wrench end filter'; for easy removal.. its so retarted.
Synthetic more HP and try K%26amp;N oil Filters
Where is oil filter located on 2001 cavalier?
I checked all over the right side of the lower engine block where its located on my 95 car. So they either moved the filter between 95 %26amp; 01 or they dont have a filter on here. I think they must've moved it. Its a 2.2 liter OHV; the same thing they been using in cavaliers.Where is oil filter located on 2001 cavalier?
Yep, you can't see it if you don't know where to look. From the passenger side of the car leaning in from the fender, follow the v- belt to the back of the engine bay, you can just see the butt of the filter if you look straight down along the engine, from the bottom of the car reaching up (right hand) just above of the drive shaft of the right wheel and just behind the power steeing fluid lines. You'll need a filter cap type wrench to remove the oil filter and a very small socket wrench to turn it. It is a very small filter with very little room to get it off with out spilling its contents down on you. Wait till you have to change the radiator hoses!!!!!!!!!!!
Good Luck...Where is oil filter located on 2001 cavalier?
uh dude you drive a chick car!?!?!?!
no wonder you can't find the filter!!!!
do you know where to put the gas?
check between the top ridge of the oil pan and the exhaust manifold
This is a hard one to reach. If you feel the back of the moter at the mid center you will find it. Reach in from the passenger side. Good luck!
Look where the dipstisk goes into the engine, there is a black cap about 3'; around right behind it. The filter is under that cap. Use a 1 1/4'; socket and slightly loosen the cap. If you keep loosening it with the socket on, it (the socket) will end up hitting the bottom of the intake manifold. It's a Fram #9018 oil filter and is usually $7 dollars or so at the parts store. Make sure that you put a little oil on the green o-ring that's around that cap before you put it back in so it doesn't seize up on you.
if its got an ecotech,its to the right of the intake inside a canister,11/4'; socket will reveal it.if its got a 2.2L,its on the back of the engine about 4'; above oil pan
Yep, you can't see it if you don't know where to look. From the passenger side of the car leaning in from the fender, follow the v- belt to the back of the engine bay, you can just see the butt of the filter if you look straight down along the engine, from the bottom of the car reaching up (right hand) just above of the drive shaft of the right wheel and just behind the power steeing fluid lines. You'll need a filter cap type wrench to remove the oil filter and a very small socket wrench to turn it. It is a very small filter with very little room to get it off with out spilling its contents down on you. Wait till you have to change the radiator hoses!!!!!!!!!!!
Good Luck...Where is oil filter located on 2001 cavalier?
uh dude you drive a chick car!?!?!?!
no wonder you can't find the filter!!!!
do you know where to put the gas?
check between the top ridge of the oil pan and the exhaust manifold
This is a hard one to reach. If you feel the back of the moter at the mid center you will find it. Reach in from the passenger side. Good luck!
Look where the dipstisk goes into the engine, there is a black cap about 3'; around right behind it. The filter is under that cap. Use a 1 1/4'; socket and slightly loosen the cap. If you keep loosening it with the socket on, it (the socket) will end up hitting the bottom of the intake manifold. It's a Fram #9018 oil filter and is usually $7 dollars or so at the parts store. Make sure that you put a little oil on the green o-ring that's around that cap before you put it back in so it doesn't seize up on you.
if its got an ecotech,its to the right of the intake inside a canister,11/4'; socket will reveal it.if its got a 2.2L,its on the back of the engine about 4'; above oil pan
Having a problems with my oil filter lines for my 99 s-10 zr2. They leak and I need to know if this is common.
Is this easy to fix, and how much would it cost?Having a problems with my oil filter lines for my 99 s-10 zr2. They leak and I need to know if this is common.
Oh man, you too! I have a 98 S-10 for wheel driver with 32,000 original miles and it came with the heavy duty oil cooling system. I had an oil pressure line go bad @28,000. I know for sure GM (Chevrolet) gets in your sneakers to the tune of $325.00 to just replace the hose that's bad. You can do it yourself but you're stuck buying the hose at your Chevrolet dealer.Having a problems with my oil filter lines for my 99 s-10 zr2. They leak and I need to know if this is common.
yes it is very common. Every one of those leak. I would not do it yourself though. The engine most likely may need to be moved out of the way (jacked to one side). About $200-$300 to have done at a garage.
i have replaced more then i can count. sometimes you have to pry the engine over but not too tough
Oh man, you too! I have a 98 S-10 for wheel driver with 32,000 original miles and it came with the heavy duty oil cooling system. I had an oil pressure line go bad @28,000. I know for sure GM (Chevrolet) gets in your sneakers to the tune of $325.00 to just replace the hose that's bad. You can do it yourself but you're stuck buying the hose at your Chevrolet dealer.Having a problems with my oil filter lines for my 99 s-10 zr2. They leak and I need to know if this is common.
yes it is very common. Every one of those leak. I would not do it yourself though. The engine most likely may need to be moved out of the way (jacked to one side). About $200-$300 to have done at a garage.
i have replaced more then i can count. sometimes you have to pry the engine over but not too tough
Changing an oil filter on a generator?
The oil filter is being changed for the 1st time, it is so tight that the wrench won't even buget it. Apparently torqued too tight at the factory. I'm afraid I'll end up crushing it, before getting it loose.Changing an oil filter on a generator?
You might try to use a strap type oil filter wrench. Small filters like on generators don't do well with channel-locks, or buy a socket made for that size filter. It will come off, even if you crush it.
Good luck.
You might try to use a strap type oil filter wrench. Small filters like on generators don't do well with channel-locks, or buy a socket made for that size filter. It will come off, even if you crush it.
Good luck.
Can I sue a Oil Change station if my oil filter falls off and my engine locks up?
My car is 7 months old. it has regular oil changes and I don't hot rod around. The dealer says the warranty won't cover this because it was not caused by a mechanical failure.Can I sue a Oil Change station if my oil filter falls off and my engine locks up?
you say your car is 7 months old and you use the phrase that it ';has regular oil changes'; Just how many have you had to have in 7 months? Any way I doubt the oil filter fell off like you say. For the filter to fall off it had to be the wrong one or not on tight. Either way it would have leaked before falling off. It should have been detected at the oil change if not you should have noticed oil in your driveway or garage. I have owned and operated 3 quick lubes for the past 19 years and while I cant say I havent had to pay for some mistakes over the years I can say that an oil filter falling off is not one of them. Nor have I heard of any other shops having this kind of claim. As far as suing, good luck. I know first hand how this stuff works. You are better off to have the place who you think messed up get a hold of their insurance provider and see if they will take responsibilty and pay for anything. But I can tell you you will not get a brand new wngine for nothing. You heard of prorating it is the same thing with your engine if they did indeed mess up they are only responsible for giving you an engine of the same caliber. So dont expect a brand new engine for free. I highly doubt that you will be able to win this case though. Sorry but I just have seen too many scams out there and find it very hard to believe your story.Can I sue a Oil Change station if my oil filter falls off and my engine locks up?
yes. document everything from the previous services to the recent disasterouse service and contact a lawyer to persure legal action.
Did you get it done at Wal-Mart? Because I work there and things like this nature happen once in a while and of course Wal-Mart pays for a new motor or whatever is messed up. We even bought a man a new cell phone because he said one of us stole it and there was never a cell phone in his car when we pulled it into the shop. But I do not advise the try to rip wal-mart off, cuz that sucks for the people that work there.
yes. call the oil change place. if they won't pay then call the bureau of automotive regulations and the better business bureau
you can sue the people who changed the oil and summons the dealer to testify about what caused the engine to quit.
yes, you can, and Jiffy lube has a long sad history of this. in the future, I recommend taking it to a good independant mechanic for oil changes. They are a little more expensive, but well worth it.
Why do you assume you will have to sue? If the oil filter fell off after an oil change, just find what the repair will cost and contact them and see if they are willing to work with you. Most of them have insurance policies in place to cover such things. When was the oil change, and when was the failure? That would make a difference, since if the filter 'fell off' a month later they wouldn't be responsible for that.
Try talking to the oil change station -- if it's their fault - they may settle with you; WITHOUT a lawsuit being filed.
all oil change places have to carry insurance just for these kinds of problems,they will have coverage for your breakdown.have the dealer contact them as the dealer will more than likely do the work so you retain your warranty.
You should always use the dealer till warranty is up for oil changes so they cant say you neglected you servicingbeach makeup
you say your car is 7 months old and you use the phrase that it ';has regular oil changes'; Just how many have you had to have in 7 months? Any way I doubt the oil filter fell off like you say. For the filter to fall off it had to be the wrong one or not on tight. Either way it would have leaked before falling off. It should have been detected at the oil change if not you should have noticed oil in your driveway or garage. I have owned and operated 3 quick lubes for the past 19 years and while I cant say I havent had to pay for some mistakes over the years I can say that an oil filter falling off is not one of them. Nor have I heard of any other shops having this kind of claim. As far as suing, good luck. I know first hand how this stuff works. You are better off to have the place who you think messed up get a hold of their insurance provider and see if they will take responsibilty and pay for anything. But I can tell you you will not get a brand new wngine for nothing. You heard of prorating it is the same thing with your engine if they did indeed mess up they are only responsible for giving you an engine of the same caliber. So dont expect a brand new engine for free. I highly doubt that you will be able to win this case though. Sorry but I just have seen too many scams out there and find it very hard to believe your story.Can I sue a Oil Change station if my oil filter falls off and my engine locks up?
yes. document everything from the previous services to the recent disasterouse service and contact a lawyer to persure legal action.
Did you get it done at Wal-Mart? Because I work there and things like this nature happen once in a while and of course Wal-Mart pays for a new motor or whatever is messed up. We even bought a man a new cell phone because he said one of us stole it and there was never a cell phone in his car when we pulled it into the shop. But I do not advise the try to rip wal-mart off, cuz that sucks for the people that work there.
yes. call the oil change place. if they won't pay then call the bureau of automotive regulations and the better business bureau
you can sue the people who changed the oil and summons the dealer to testify about what caused the engine to quit.
yes, you can, and Jiffy lube has a long sad history of this. in the future, I recommend taking it to a good independant mechanic for oil changes. They are a little more expensive, but well worth it.
Why do you assume you will have to sue? If the oil filter fell off after an oil change, just find what the repair will cost and contact them and see if they are willing to work with you. Most of them have insurance policies in place to cover such things. When was the oil change, and when was the failure? That would make a difference, since if the filter 'fell off' a month later they wouldn't be responsible for that.
Try talking to the oil change station -- if it's their fault - they may settle with you; WITHOUT a lawsuit being filed.
all oil change places have to carry insurance just for these kinds of problems,they will have coverage for your breakdown.have the dealer contact them as the dealer will more than likely do the work so you retain your warranty.
You should always use the dealer till warranty is up for oil changes so they cant say you neglected you servicing
Do i have to drain the oil in my car before i change the oil filter?
or can i change the filter without draining the oil?Do i have to drain the oil in my car before i change the oil filter?
Oil Change instructions for Women:
1) Pull up to Jiffy Lube when the mileage reaches 3000 miles since the last oil change.
2) Drink a cup of coffee.
3) 15 minutes later, write a check and leave with a properly maintained vehicle.
Money spent:
Oil Change:
$20.00
Coffee: $1.00
Total: $21.00
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Oil Change instructions for Men :
1) Wait until Saturday, drive to auto parts store and buy a case of oil, filter, kitty litter, hand cleaner and a scented tree, write a check for $50.00.
2) Stop by 7/11 and buy a case of beer, write a check for $20, drive home.
3) Open a beer and drink it.
4) Jack car up. Spend 30 minutes looking for jack stands.
5) Find jack stands under kid's pedal car.
6) In frustration, open another beer and drink it.
7) Place drain pan under engine..
8) Look for 9/16 box end wrench.
9) Give up and use crescent wrench.
10) Unscrew drain plug.
11) Drop drain plug in pan of hot oil: splash hot oil on you in process. Cuss.
12) Crawl out from under car to wipe hot oil off of face and arms. Throw kitty litter on spilled oil.
13) Have another beer while watching oil drain.
14) Spend 30 minutes looking for oil filter wrench.
15) Give up; crawl under car and hammer a screwdriver through oil filter and twist off.
16) Crawl out from under car with dripping oil filter splashing oil everywhere from holes. Cleverly hide old oil filter among trash in trash can to avoid environmental penalties. Drink a beer.
17) Install new oil filter making sure to apply a thin coat of oil to gasket surface.
18) Dump first quart of fresh oil into engine.
19) Remember drain plug from step 11.
20) Hurry to find drain plug in drain pan.
21) Drink beer.
22) Discover that first quart of fresh oil is now on the floor. Throw kitty litter on oil spill.
23) Get drain plug back in with only a minor spill. Drink beer.
24) Crawl under car getting kitty litter into eyes. Wipe eyes with oily rag used to clean drain plug. Slip with stupid crescent wrench tightening drain plug and bang knuckles on frame removing any excess skin between knuckles and frame.
25) Begin cussing fit.
26) Throw stupid crescent wrench.
27) Cuss for additional 5 minutes because wrench hit bowling trophy.
28) Beer.
29) Clean up hands and bandage as required to stop blood flow.
30) Beer.
31) Dump in five fresh quarts of oil.
32) Beer.
33) Lower car from jack stands.
34) Move car back to apply more kitty litter to fresh oil spilled during any missed steps.
35) Beer.
36) Test drive car.
37) Get pulled over: arrested for driving under the influence.
38) Car gets impounded.
39) Call loving wife, make bail..
40) 12 hours later, get car from impound yard.
Money spent:
Parts: $50.00
DUI: $2500.00
Impound fee: $75.00
Bail: $1500.00
Beer: $20.00
Total: $4,145.00
But knowing the job was done right....pricelessDo i have to drain the oil in my car before i change the oil filter?
You can change the filter without draining the oil first but why? If you intend to change the filter without changing the oil then this is possible but would only make sense if you had recently done an oil change and then the filter had been damaged. Note that if you change the filter only then you will still need to add new oil to replace that lost in the old filter.
If you are changing oil and filter then the optimum procedure is to drain the oil when the engine is warm, change the filter, remember to replace the oil drain plug and refill with fresh oil.
Changing the filter more frequently than the oil does not make sense. It makes more sense to change the oil twice per filter change.
you can change the filter without changing the oil and vice versa, however neither one is a good idea. changing the filter won't help your oil condition much as the dark in the oil is carbon that is already too small for your filter to process. the filter just gets out the big stuff.
on the other hand, changing the oil without the filter means there is no good cleaning element for your oil and there will be fouled oil still in the filter meaning you'll start out with dirty oil
as for oil in the face. on nearly every car the top of the filter is higher than the top of the oil reservoir, thus the amount of oil spill from the filter is not related to draining the oil from the car first.
you can do it either way. you can change the filter first or drain the oil first but either way both needs to be changed when you change the oil. all the oil will come out is what,s in the filter when you take it off and the most of the oil is in the oil pan so you can do it either way but change both the oil and filter of you will just be leaving a quart of dirty oil in the engine if you don,t change the filter too.
it all depends on which kind of oil filter you have or where it sits, take a volkswagen for example, the filter housing is located in front of the engine sitting upright, you can take the housing off and replace the filter with next to no spillages, other cars are different but you never stated what you drive
Yes you need to drain the oil, disconnect the oil filter change that then fill your car back up with the proper amount of oil (check the owner manual. Be sure to tighten the oil plug and filter.
You can but if your filter needs changed you oil is dirty and needs changed. The filter is above the oil in the pan so by taking the filter off all the oil won't come out.
You could do but it would be very advisable to change the oil at the same time , change the filter without the oil would be like changing your clothes when dirty but not showering
change the filter after draining
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You can change the oil filter first if you want...but it'll be messy lol. you should change the oil filter WITH changing the oil.
wel you dont have to drain oil but why replace filter and not the oil or other way oil an dnot filter as well like washing your feet and putting on dirty socks
Its best to drain the oil first before changing the filter. Easier and much cleaner that way.
No, it doesn't matter. Unless you decide to have the car running while changing the filter. LOL. These people are crazy.
no, but you can really avoid a mini exxon valdez if you do.
That's whats best to do. You could also Google or Ask Jeeves what to do.
The short answer is yes you can
You should drain the oil first unless you want a face full of oil.
yes please.
depends how you spend your pennies, and what you do with your time.i have been know to change the filter by itself, but the oil there after.time can be of the essence..
Oil Change instructions for Women:
1) Pull up to Jiffy Lube when the mileage reaches 3000 miles since the last oil change.
2) Drink a cup of coffee.
3) 15 minutes later, write a check and leave with a properly maintained vehicle.
Money spent:
Oil Change:
$20.00
Coffee: $1.00
Total: $21.00
==========
Oil Change instructions for Men :
1) Wait until Saturday, drive to auto parts store and buy a case of oil, filter, kitty litter, hand cleaner and a scented tree, write a check for $50.00.
2) Stop by 7/11 and buy a case of beer, write a check for $20, drive home.
3) Open a beer and drink it.
4) Jack car up. Spend 30 minutes looking for jack stands.
5) Find jack stands under kid's pedal car.
6) In frustration, open another beer and drink it.
7) Place drain pan under engine..
8) Look for 9/16 box end wrench.
9) Give up and use crescent wrench.
10) Unscrew drain plug.
11) Drop drain plug in pan of hot oil: splash hot oil on you in process. Cuss.
12) Crawl out from under car to wipe hot oil off of face and arms. Throw kitty litter on spilled oil.
13) Have another beer while watching oil drain.
14) Spend 30 minutes looking for oil filter wrench.
15) Give up; crawl under car and hammer a screwdriver through oil filter and twist off.
16) Crawl out from under car with dripping oil filter splashing oil everywhere from holes. Cleverly hide old oil filter among trash in trash can to avoid environmental penalties. Drink a beer.
17) Install new oil filter making sure to apply a thin coat of oil to gasket surface.
18) Dump first quart of fresh oil into engine.
19) Remember drain plug from step 11.
20) Hurry to find drain plug in drain pan.
21) Drink beer.
22) Discover that first quart of fresh oil is now on the floor. Throw kitty litter on oil spill.
23) Get drain plug back in with only a minor spill. Drink beer.
24) Crawl under car getting kitty litter into eyes. Wipe eyes with oily rag used to clean drain plug. Slip with stupid crescent wrench tightening drain plug and bang knuckles on frame removing any excess skin between knuckles and frame.
25) Begin cussing fit.
26) Throw stupid crescent wrench.
27) Cuss for additional 5 minutes because wrench hit bowling trophy.
28) Beer.
29) Clean up hands and bandage as required to stop blood flow.
30) Beer.
31) Dump in five fresh quarts of oil.
32) Beer.
33) Lower car from jack stands.
34) Move car back to apply more kitty litter to fresh oil spilled during any missed steps.
35) Beer.
36) Test drive car.
37) Get pulled over: arrested for driving under the influence.
38) Car gets impounded.
39) Call loving wife, make bail..
40) 12 hours later, get car from impound yard.
Money spent:
Parts: $50.00
DUI: $2500.00
Impound fee: $75.00
Bail: $1500.00
Beer: $20.00
Total: $4,145.00
But knowing the job was done right....pricelessDo i have to drain the oil in my car before i change the oil filter?
You can change the filter without draining the oil first but why? If you intend to change the filter without changing the oil then this is possible but would only make sense if you had recently done an oil change and then the filter had been damaged. Note that if you change the filter only then you will still need to add new oil to replace that lost in the old filter.
If you are changing oil and filter then the optimum procedure is to drain the oil when the engine is warm, change the filter, remember to replace the oil drain plug and refill with fresh oil.
Changing the filter more frequently than the oil does not make sense. It makes more sense to change the oil twice per filter change.
you can change the filter without changing the oil and vice versa, however neither one is a good idea. changing the filter won't help your oil condition much as the dark in the oil is carbon that is already too small for your filter to process. the filter just gets out the big stuff.
on the other hand, changing the oil without the filter means there is no good cleaning element for your oil and there will be fouled oil still in the filter meaning you'll start out with dirty oil
as for oil in the face. on nearly every car the top of the filter is higher than the top of the oil reservoir, thus the amount of oil spill from the filter is not related to draining the oil from the car first.
you can do it either way. you can change the filter first or drain the oil first but either way both needs to be changed when you change the oil. all the oil will come out is what,s in the filter when you take it off and the most of the oil is in the oil pan so you can do it either way but change both the oil and filter of you will just be leaving a quart of dirty oil in the engine if you don,t change the filter too.
it all depends on which kind of oil filter you have or where it sits, take a volkswagen for example, the filter housing is located in front of the engine sitting upright, you can take the housing off and replace the filter with next to no spillages, other cars are different but you never stated what you drive
Yes you need to drain the oil, disconnect the oil filter change that then fill your car back up with the proper amount of oil (check the owner manual. Be sure to tighten the oil plug and filter.
You can but if your filter needs changed you oil is dirty and needs changed. The filter is above the oil in the pan so by taking the filter off all the oil won't come out.
You could do but it would be very advisable to change the oil at the same time , change the filter without the oil would be like changing your clothes when dirty but not showering
change the filter after draining
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You can change the oil filter first if you want...but it'll be messy lol. you should change the oil filter WITH changing the oil.
wel you dont have to drain oil but why replace filter and not the oil or other way oil an dnot filter as well like washing your feet and putting on dirty socks
Its best to drain the oil first before changing the filter. Easier and much cleaner that way.
No, it doesn't matter. Unless you decide to have the car running while changing the filter. LOL. These people are crazy.
no, but you can really avoid a mini exxon valdez if you do.
That's whats best to do. You could also Google or Ask Jeeves what to do.
The short answer is yes you can
You should drain the oil first unless you want a face full of oil.
yes please.
depends how you spend your pennies, and what you do with your time.i have been know to change the filter by itself, but the oil there after.time can be of the essence..
How do you filter oil from water?
Im doing an experiment where I filter oil from a beaker of water. I have to find two ways to do this. I already used a funnel to get rid of the oil. Is there another way? Please help!How do you filter oil from water?
freeze the water and pour the oil off.How do you filter oil from water?
put becker in a centrifugal spinner that will separate them,also try evaporating it with heat water will evaporate leaving your oil behind.
freeze the water and pour off the oil. Siphon the water from under the oil.
freeze the water and pour the oil off.How do you filter oil from water?
put becker in a centrifugal spinner that will separate them,also try evaporating it with heat water will evaporate leaving your oil behind.
freeze the water and pour off the oil. Siphon the water from under the oil.
Would this oil filter for a ford F150 still be good?
well i have a brand new oil filter for my ford f-150, and i got really pissed off and punched the top of it, the black sure grip part that the special tool goes over, well i dented that in, but would it effect the filter or is it good to use? i don't care if its no good i will buy another one for 5 bucks, but i am curious.Would this oil filter for a ford F150 still be good?
NO holes ? You're good to go. What in the h@%% pissed you off enough to punch the filter? I have a '99 150 Lariat, and granted I've had my moments with it but never got that mad to ';punch the oil filter';.:-)Would this oil filter for a ford F150 still be good?
i think that it depends on how dented the casing is and whether or not you messed the threads up. if it is only a little dented then you should see if it will go on easy, do not force it. if it is a really big dent i would just get another filter and think about going to anger management classes.
I would personally use a new filter. Oil filters are designed to have oil flow through them in a certian way to filter the oil . A dent in it may have the possibility to alter this flow or cause a restriction in part of the filter.
Maybe good.Maybe not. You'll find out if you put it on and the car goes OK for 7000 miles and you worry about it all 7000 miles. Get a new filter you don't need to worry about.
As long as their is not a hole in it (like your head) it will be ok. It may just take a little less oil to hit the full mark.
lol taking out anger on betsy the car. anyway with any filter as long as there is no pierced holes the filter is fine
If the truck runs fine, why take a chance, get a new one.
be on a safe side, buy another one.
NO holes ? You're good to go. What in the h@%% pissed you off enough to punch the filter? I have a '99 150 Lariat, and granted I've had my moments with it but never got that mad to ';punch the oil filter';.:-)Would this oil filter for a ford F150 still be good?
i think that it depends on how dented the casing is and whether or not you messed the threads up. if it is only a little dented then you should see if it will go on easy, do not force it. if it is a really big dent i would just get another filter and think about going to anger management classes.
I would personally use a new filter. Oil filters are designed to have oil flow through them in a certian way to filter the oil . A dent in it may have the possibility to alter this flow or cause a restriction in part of the filter.
Maybe good.Maybe not. You'll find out if you put it on and the car goes OK for 7000 miles and you worry about it all 7000 miles. Get a new filter you don't need to worry about.
As long as their is not a hole in it (like your head) it will be ok. It may just take a little less oil to hit the full mark.
lol taking out anger on betsy the car. anyway with any filter as long as there is no pierced holes the filter is fine
If the truck runs fine, why take a chance, get a new one.
be on a safe side, buy another one.
Does my Honda mower have an OIL FILTER?
I've got a Honda Harmony 2 mower (from Home Depot about 4 years ago). Now, I've changed the oil in this mower and cleaned the air filter. However, I can't find any reference to an oil filter on the web or in the owner's manual. Could it be this engine has no oil filter to change? This is a standard self-propelled push type mower. Thanks for any tips!Does my Honda mower have an OIL FILTER?
lmao good one/
try lowes ??Does my Honda mower have an OIL FILTER?
no these mowers have what is called SPLASH oiling and no oil filter hope this helps
lmao good one/
try lowes ??Does my Honda mower have an OIL FILTER?
no these mowers have what is called SPLASH oiling and no oil filter hope this helps
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