Change your Oil and Filter

How To Change Your Oil & Oil Filter

It is important that you read over your vehicles owner manual. Here you will learn important information about things such as Location of Oil Dipstick, Location of Oil Filter, Proper Oil Type and Weight, How Much Oil Your Vehicle Takes, and other helpful information. If you do not have your vehicles manual, you can usually find this information from calling the dealership service department.

 

Things You Need Before You Start:

 

Oil- Check Owner’s Manual for Correct Applications.

Oil Filter - Match You Vehicle or Ask For Help at Any Auto Parts Store.

Oil Drain Plug Gasket- Get At Auto Parts Store With Oil Filter.

Oil Catch Pan - Make Sure You Get One That FITS Under Your Vehicle.

Oil Filter Wrench - Needed To Loosen Oil Filter.

Socket Set - Some Prefer Wrenches Depending On The Vehicle.

Rags Or Shop Towels - Needed For Wiping Hands And Parts.

Latex Gloves - If You Don't Like to Get Dirty.

Old Newspaper - To Catch Any Spills.

Safety Glasses - Protect Those Eyes!

Milk Jugs (Or Similar) - To Properly Dispose Of Used Oil.

Ziploc Bag (Or Plastic Bag) - To Properly Dispose Of Old Oil Filter.

 

Once you have most of the above, like the socket set, drain pan, and extra plug gaskets, this list will seem much shorter and cheaper. The initial investment of everything is highly worth the price as you will save yourself a lot of vehicle problems by performing this simple 15 - 20 minute job. You will also save yourself about $80 a year by doing it yourself, as well as impress your friends and family!

 

You May Need:

If you are unable to comfortably fit under your car, you can either use car ramps or jack stands to lift the vehicle. NEVER work under a vehicle supported by only a jack, ALWAYS be safe!

Continue To Part 2 (The Oil Change)