10. 1. Collect all of the required things you
will need to change your oil and have
them within easy reach. Place the car
on a level surface to allow the oil to
drain properly and to also be able to
check the oil level when you are
finished. Employ the parking brake.
You should not have to place the car
on a ramp or on jacks, unless you are
unable to easily access the oil pan.
11. 2. Remove the old oil. Find the drain plug on your oil
pan and set a large container (to hold all of the
used oil) under it. Loosen the drain plug (counter
clockwise) with a socket wrench and then use your
hand to remove it. Be ready for a rush of oil, once
the plug has been removed. Let all of the oil drain
from your car. After all of the oil is gone, replace
the drain plug (and any gaskets if needed) on the
drain pan.
12. 3. Get rid of the old oil filter. Remove
the oil filter (and gasket/seal) with an
oil filter wrench. Coat the new oil
filter gasket with a little oil with your
finger. Tighten the new filter into
place on your car by hand.
13. 4. Add new oil to your car. Remove the
oil filler cap on top of your engine and
then use a funnel to place the new oil
in. Put the oil filler cap back on when
finished, warm up your engine and then
check the oil level of your car.
14. •It is better to have warm oil to allow it to drain easier, but
make certain the engine is not extremely hot to prevent
being burned.
•If you have any questions about the location of the oil pan,
filter or oil filler cap or what type of oil and filter to use,
consult your car manual or manufacturer.
•Use rags to clean all areas involved when you change the oil
in your car.
•Always properly dispose of used oil at a local garage or
recycling center.
