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Perform an engine oil change yourself

General procedure for replacing the engine oil and oil filter in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

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General procedure for replacing the engine oil and oil filter in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

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  1. 1

    Consult the manual to identify the specified oil, filter, quantity, and tightening torques.

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  2. 2

    Planned oil viscosity and specification

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  3. 3

    Planned oil quantity in liters

    Number
  4. 4

    What equipment has been prepared?

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  5. 5

    Park on a level surface, switch off the engine, and apply the parking brake.

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  6. 6

    Allow the engine to cool sufficiently to prevent burns.

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  7. 7

    If the vehicle is raised, is it properly supported by approved axle stands at the points specified by the manufacturer?

    Yes / no
  8. 8

    Open the oil filler cap and position the drain pan under the drain plug.

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  9. 9

    Carefully remove the drain plug and allow the used oil to drain completely.

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  10. 10

    Replace the sealing washer and reinstall the drain plug to the torque specified by the manufacturer.

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  11. 11

    Remove the old filter, check that its seal has not remained stuck in place, then install the new filter according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

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  12. 12

    Actual quantity of new oil added in liters

    Number
  13. 13

    After starting the engine, did the oil pressure warning light go out normally?

    Yes / no
  14. 14

    After inspection, is the installation free from leaks?

    Yes / no
  15. 15

    What is the final oil level?

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  16. 16

    Inspection photo of the oil change area

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  17. 17

    Take the used oil and filter to an approved collection facility.

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  18. 18

    Vehicle mileage at the time of the oil change

    Number
  19. 19

    References of the products used and observations

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