Super Amazing Oil Change DIY

[Chupacabra]

Originally Posted by rstb88

I disagree with the above, it doesn't need to be hot but not cold. Warm enough to run out smoothly not hot enough to melt gloves to your hand(running temp). Filler cap doesn't matter when opened, aslong as you open it. I would never use anything on a seal that would touch my engine oil unless it is the same oil(old or new) Granted its not much grease, but its an undesired product that may or may not contaminate my oil. Don't have to be down to put the drain plug it just gotta be down before you start the car and check the levels. Aweful hard to get under a Yaris to put the plug back in when its not on stands. I've always use old oil, 1 because unless I see metal flakes or grittyness I feel that it is safe to use 2 my finger doesn't reach far enough into the new oil to get some.

O I'm envious of that stove, I want it. It looks like either a Viking or Wolfe.

You want the oil as hot as possible for maximum flow for the longest period. Opening the filler cap after the plug is pulled keeps the oil from shooting out all over your hands so you don't have to worry about a burn (basic physics). A small amt of wheel bearing grease on the gasket in not going to contaminate your oil....it more effectively seals the flange and allows you to remove the filter with ease at the next change (by hand). It doesn't even come in contact with the oil.

[nemelek]

It's tight, however I am able to do the oill change without using jacks. I keep cat litter handy. There could be a spill.

[Tamago]

how many people are going to give the exact same advice lol...

[Tamago]

Originally Posted by id3379

idk everyone hates me

nah man, everyone wants to show off their "super intelligent advice" on something that isn't really rocket science ;)

[bzinn 1]

That was a fun thread.........we have a guy here that wears a Parrot suit when changing his oil.

[TheRealEnth]

Besides the attacks, Great DIY, Wish i used this one when i last changed my oil =D. Just get some pro shots and edit them on mspaint next time and it will be cooler -thumbs up-

[Chupacabra]

I don't think anybody was trying to give the guy a hard time as much as it was, we were/are concerned that he may be putting too much oil into the crankcase which is not a good thing EVER. Aside from that...we are all just having a little bit of fun with it...I mean, the guy did dress up as a banana. Let's all just lighten up a bit....

[auxmike]

I've never heard of Valuecraft filters, are they any good?
Also, you state to rub the oil on the filter's THREADS not the gasket.....
Great pics made it a fun and intersting DIY.

[gid]

not trying to be rude , just don't want to see yeh have any damage done by overfilling . Imagine TOYOTA would void your warranty if something should occur . Its a trial and error for all . Keep up the humor , this world could use more of it .

[TheSilkySmooth]

Cool. I cant wait to get to work on Monday and check it! I can't see pic yet since I'm on dial up right now. Man, we all got to really carefully read the owners manual on the OC. and everything else. That oil level is critical to be at the line or less - maybe no more than 125ML over fill . Running with overfilled oil will void the warranty if you have engine failure with the overfill. I think there is a BIG warning in the manual about that. In the Motor, That crank and pistons are spinning like an airplane propeller at full power in the crankcase, and if oil is up around it will pick the fluid mass up and spin it like a tornado - possibly moving it away from the pump pick up, And you're loosing big time power and torque. But a lot of people said this already. Now lets have fun profilin in the yAR. ( I dont have a yar my sis has it but I take it every once in a while;) Its No Fiat, but it would be good maybe with hard strut bushings and lower arm bushing and a bit firmer springing)

[gid]

here's a car ramp D.I.Y. ( pics ) for 1st generation SCION XB ( boxy YARIS ) . Go to http://s49.photobucket.com/albums/f2...t=IMG_1243.jpg , could use 1 level for ramp instead ( plenty clearance with only 1 board ) . Then put 1 strip of wood across each end ( stoppers ) to prevent driving of ramp . Should take less than 1/2 an hour to make ( cut and nail ) .

[mikenacarato]

valucraft oil filters are sold at autozone and are made by the same people as stp and about 4 other brands.

[gid]

Originally Posted by id3379

Alright i drained a court of oil out, will note to only use 4 quarts max next time. My Mistake.

Thanks for the tips guys. No one's perfect

will bring it to the FULL mark . Believe me I know , we have 2 YARIS and I have done 6 oil changes . We also had an '07 PRIUS ( 1.5 ltr. engine ) and that took 3 and 1/2 quarts to fill . Close to 1/2 a quart remains in the engine and pan from previous fill . It's better to be a bit under .

[DFA]

Originally Posted by Tamago

why not new oil to lubricate the seal on the new filter?

I thought about this too as I was reading, but then I realized there's still quite a crapload of leftover old oil in the car, what difference is a fingerdip of new/old oil going to make?

[Klink10]

Originally Posted by DFA

I thought about this too as I was reading, but then I realized there's still quite a crapload of leftover old oil in the car, what difference is a fingerdip of new/old oil going to make?

No difference at all. I might also add put some of that 3.8 qts. in the new filter to absorb into the media so that your getting full circulation right after start up. Is this necessary?....maybe not in this day and age but "old biker maint. tip" and I've done it this way for years.

[Tamago]

Originally Posted by Klink10

No difference at all. I might also add put some of that 3.8 qts. in the new filter to absorb into the media so that your getting full circulation right after start up. Is this necessary?....maybe not in this day and age but "old biker maint. tip" and I've done it this way for years.

the reason you want to use new oil is this...


old oil has metal particles in it that can cause seal failure on your oil filter.