How to change oil

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WHAT YOU NEED FOR AN OIL CHANGE--Motor Oil, Oil filter, Oil Drain Pan, Oil wrench.

(Note Keep the oil warm, but not hot)

(Oil type, and amount will vary with each vehicle)

STEP ONE --- Park your vehicle on a flat surface, engage the parking brake and place wheel chocks behind the rear wheels. Raise the front of the vehicle and place it on jack stands. (safty tip, always where goggles and gloves while working on your vehicle.)

Step 2 ----Open the hood and remove the oil filler cap. Look under your vehicle for the drain plug and set a pan under the plug.

Step 3---Use a wrench to remove the plug and drain the oil. Inspect the plug and plug gasket. Replace if necessary.

step 4--Drain the oil until it slows to a drip. (Note: Warm oil drains more quickly)

step 5--Clean the oil drain plug and install it, being careful not to over tighten. Over tightening the plug can damage the threads and cause leaks. Then, locate the filter and put the pan underneath.

Step 6 --Remove the filter. Oil will start to come out and fall into the pan. Whether you have a spin-on type filter or a cartridge filter. Replace it with the new gasket, which comes with the new filter. Make sure to lubricate the new gasket as well.

step 7-- install new oil filter. (Make sure not to over tighten it).

Step 8--Use a funnel and install the correct amount of new oil. Check your owner’s manual to make sure you put in the right amount. Do not overflow with oil.

Step 9--Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, install the dipstick, then remove again and check the level. Install the dipstick again when finished. Replace the engine cap and check for leaks. Make sure the cap, drain plug and oil filter are all secure.

step 10 -- Set maintenance reminder