iiamchili

I had a post but didn't get no answer.

My question is, can i reused my K&N oil filter? the thing is i change my oil in december 17 and still at 90% but last week i saw a slow leaking of using old washer. So im replacing bolt and new washer & changing oil but woukd like to use same filter not trying to pay $15 for another one if this is almost new? Thx

I use synthetic mobil 1 oil.

guitarplayer16

iTrader: (8)

You should be absolutely fine.

I know a lot of people change the oil filter every other oil change.

thisaznboi88

iTrader: (7)

sure why not. Honda recommend changing their oil filter ever other oil change. So I don't see why not

NBP04TL4ME

I see no reason why you couldn't. It's practically brand new, but at the same time you are talking about just $15.

iiamchili

Lol plus 5 quart of Mobil 1

Turbonut

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A little messy, but have the new bolt/washer ready to go in, but when the old one is removed, just place you finger/thumb over the hole, then install the new one quickly. As you won't lose much at all, just add oil to bring it up to level. Notice I didn't mention using the drained oil....... hopefully we're not that cheap.

If you're replacing just the washer, same can be done using just the one hand, unless the washer is crushed enough so as it's hard to remove over the threads.

03-6/6

walmart $22 full synthetic

iiamchili

Sounds good but im not that expert dont know if im adding to much whe adding oil

NBP04TL4ME

Really no need to be replacing all the oil and if you are going to do that just buy a new filter as well -





if you aren't sure, perhaps you shouldn't be doing your own oil changes?

Turbonut

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That's what the oil dipstick is used for, to check the oil level.

NBP04TL4ME

^^^^ Exactly.

iiamchili

True but thats kinda messy for my garage i guess, thanks for your replys

polobunny

There shouldn't be anything messy checking your oil level with your dipstick.

Also that's why you use a pan when changing your oil. Please tell me you don't let your oil just empty on the floor?!

iiamchili

Lol no i use a pan but keep on ya making me challenge myself

justnspace

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whats so hard about checking the dipstick and adding oil if you lost some during the bolt and washer install?

iiamchili

Ok to add oil, should i add while cars running and check dipstick or i need to turn off the car then add oil and then turn back on let it run and check dipstick?

iiamchili

?

Flipster23

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Maybe you should have someone do the work for you, or find someone local that can help you.

Adobeman

+1.
Between this and your other thread I'm pretty confident you should be seeking and experienced friend to come help you out or take it to a trusted mechanic. Sorry if I offend but it's better you have to swallow a little pride rather than possibly learn a very hard lesson if you have an oil related engine failure.

Turbonut

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Check the oil when the engine is off and cold, or at least waiting 15 min after you shut the engine off.

Not certain whether one is really this much of a novice or just stringing us along.

Why not try reading the owner's manual.

iiamchili

I understand but i have done all work to my car i just never had to add oil i have done oil change but never add after change, i post just to make sure "double check" so i can do things rite. Thats why i ask alot lol

NBP04TL4ME

As I noted above, I wasn't sure he should be doing his own oil changes........


Now I'm beginning to wonder if he is just messing with us

iiamchili

Lmfao!! But a brother can get a answer?

Flipster23

iTrader: (15)

You can search, or even a simple Google would help you out before posting. If you've done work to your car in the past, but have never added oil to your car. What do you consider "doing work" to your car?

NBP04TL4ME

He puts gas in it once a week...........

iiamchili

I mean my car has never been low on engine oil. But just found the answer thanks.

Turbonut

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How do you know you've never been low on oil if you don't know how or when to check the oil level by using the dipstick?

iiamchili

Never said that, ya walling lol

iiamchili

I was referring to that if could check the dipstick level without warming up the car and let the engine run for a few min after i change the bolt or it doesn't matter... Warm o cold get the point?

polobunny

That's exactly Turbonut point I believe, how have you checked your oil in the past? It's the same way this time. No insult intended.

Here's the manufacturer recommendation straight from the owner manual.

ZOMGVTEK

The procedure to check the oil level is just about always going to be, flat ground, engine off, check the dipstick. Warm, cold, hot, it barely matters with engine oil. As long as you have enough oil in the sump so the pickup has continuous flow, its fine. Higher is better than lower, but as long as its between the dots its fine.

I don't understand how you know you've never been low on oil if you never checked the level before. Your car IS going to burn oil. It shouldn't burn much, but its going to burn some amount. It's a reasonable idea in really any car to check the oil level every few thousand miles at least. The 'oil light' on the dash is an oil PRESSURE light, not level. If you see that light come on, it basically means shut the engine off instantly and pull over or the engine is going to go kaboom. It should only come on very briefly at startup and after an oil change. I hope you never did an oil change yourself without checking the level.

Now with transmission fluid, sometimes you need to check it engine on and warm in park, others in gear, others just warm level ground engine off.

Flipster23

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I typed this same question out yesterday. But I did not hit post. I was wondering the same exact thing.

Adobeman

Clearly this is someone's Psychology 101 project related to social herds. Push the button on the left, you will get a treat. Button on the right shocks !

iiamchili

Thank you for you answer, and yes i do check the dipstick on few k miles but it barely go down the full level.