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06-12-2007, 04:51 PM
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DIY Help
i've tried searching for certain DIY instructions, but came up empty on these:
- oil change
- coolant change
- spark plug replacement
does anybody have links or know where i can find DIY instructions on these three things?
- oil change
- coolant change
- spark plug replacement
does anybody have links or know where i can find DIY instructions on these three things?
06-12-2007, 05:20 PM
#2
Welcome to the forum
Sometimes its easier to scroll down the pages and find what you need
There are many threads on spark plug choice and replacement methods and the oil change too.
Have fun!
Sometimes its easier to scroll down the pages and find what you need
There are many threads on spark plug choice and replacement methods and the oil change too.
Have fun!
06-12-2007, 06:08 PM
#3
Oil change is pretty self explanitory; jack the car up, drain the oil, replace oil filter, replace drain plug and refill oil. The types of oil and oil filter are up to you.
Spark plugs are easy as well. Use a hex wrench to get the top off and use a 5/8 spark plug socket to unscrew and grab from the hole. NGK Iridiums FTW!!
Spark plugs are easy as well. Use a hex wrench to get the top off and use a 5/8 spark plug socket to unscrew and grab from the hole. NGK Iridiums FTW!!
06-12-2007, 09:12 PM
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With oil change ... I think he requires a little more detail than what was provided ...
Before you begin, be sure to have the following tools:
i) oil pan / bucket (to collect used oil)
ii) 5 quarts (4.4 quarts) of motor oil (5W-20 or 5W-30 should be fine)
iii) set of metric wrenches (can't remember which size to remove oil pan plug)
iv) new oil filter
v) new crush washer for oil plug (optional, but highly recommended)
vi) car ramp or jack + axle stands (highly recommended for safety!)
vii) plastic bag (to minimize spillage when you remove used oil filter)
1) Park car on a level ground ... the car temp should be at operating temperature (ie middle of the guage in the dash board) so the oil will flow out easier. Be sure to turn the steering wheel all the way to the left for easier access to the oil filter
2) Remove the oil cap
3) Remove oil pan plug (bolt) ... be sure to have the bucket ready because she's gonna flow out!
4) When the oil has finished draining from the plug, get the plastic bag and put around the oil filter -- twist off oil oil filter (using the special wrench for oil filter will help out, but I think it's a waste)
5) Install the new oil filter ... before putting it on, wipe the contact area where the oil filter will go off so it's clean. Then you will dip your finger in the fresh oil so you will moisten the gasket around the new oil filter so it will seal tightly when you torque the new oil filter on. Add some oil to the filter before putting it on ... saves you a little time for oil to start filtering when you restart the car. They say to twist it on until you feel contact, then add an extra 1/2 turn. If you have a torque wrench, then torque it to specifications per filter manufacturer.
6) Reinstall the oil pan plug with the (new) crush washer. Torque the plug to 33 lb ft if you have a torque wrench. If you are doing it by feel ... turn it until it feel contact to the pan, then turn it an extra 1/4 turn of the wrench (ballpark). Overtorquing will cause the threading to strip and that's a costly replacement!
7) Add 4.4 quarts of oil. Check dipstick to see you have added enough oil.
8) Close oil cap.
9) Restart the car and look for any leaks.
10) Dispose of used oil responsibly! Very important.
You're done!
Before you begin, be sure to have the following tools:
i) oil pan / bucket (to collect used oil)
ii) 5 quarts (4.4 quarts) of motor oil (5W-20 or 5W-30 should be fine)
iii) set of metric wrenches (can't remember which size to remove oil pan plug)
iv) new oil filter
v) new crush washer for oil plug (optional, but highly recommended)
vi) car ramp or jack + axle stands (highly recommended for safety!)
vii) plastic bag (to minimize spillage when you remove used oil filter)
1) Park car on a level ground ... the car temp should be at operating temperature (ie middle of the guage in the dash board) so the oil will flow out easier. Be sure to turn the steering wheel all the way to the left for easier access to the oil filter
2) Remove the oil cap
3) Remove oil pan plug (bolt) ... be sure to have the bucket ready because she's gonna flow out!
4) When the oil has finished draining from the plug, get the plastic bag and put around the oil filter -- twist off oil oil filter (using the special wrench for oil filter will help out, but I think it's a waste)
5) Install the new oil filter ... before putting it on, wipe the contact area where the oil filter will go off so it's clean. Then you will dip your finger in the fresh oil so you will moisten the gasket around the new oil filter so it will seal tightly when you torque the new oil filter on. Add some oil to the filter before putting it on ... saves you a little time for oil to start filtering when you restart the car. They say to twist it on until you feel contact, then add an extra 1/2 turn. If you have a torque wrench, then torque it to specifications per filter manufacturer.
6) Reinstall the oil pan plug with the (new) crush washer. Torque the plug to 33 lb ft if you have a torque wrench. If you are doing it by feel ... turn it until it feel contact to the pan, then turn it an extra 1/4 turn of the wrench (ballpark). Overtorquing will cause the threading to strip and that's a costly replacement!
7) Add 4.4 quarts of oil. Check dipstick to see you have added enough oil.
8) Close oil cap.
9) Restart the car and look for any leaks.
10) Dispose of used oil responsibly! Very important.
You're done!
06-12-2007, 10:23 PM
#6
Since there are so many threads with all the details - I suggested the new member scroll thru and read up.
A few things in the above post MAY differ year to year like drain plug torque 28 ft lbs
and oil capacity 4.6 us qts - ok to throw in 5
Turning the wheel to the right may give more room to get filter
Spend 2 bucks and buy a new drain plug with washer so you know neither has been overtorqued- number one thing quick lube places do- overtorque everything~
A few things in the above post MAY differ year to year like drain plug torque 28 ft lbs
and oil capacity 4.6 us qts - ok to throw in 5
Turning the wheel to the right may give more room to get filter
Spend 2 bucks and buy a new drain plug with washer so you know neither has been overtorqued- number one thing quick lube places do- overtorque everything~
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