Who here has done oil change without a jack??? - Page 2 - Toyota Yaris Forums

nemelek · 12-30-2008, 03:36 PM

I do

ddongbap · 12-30-2008, 03:38 PM

Nobody just curbs their car?

MUSKOKA800 · 12-30-2008, 04:04 PM

I use ramps. Between the front lip and lowering springs I need the clearance to work the wrench and have room for catch pan. Plus while up on the ramps the oil pan is tilted back toward the drain for a quicker, more thorough dump.

gid · 12-30-2008, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by gid

go to , http://s49.photobucket.com/albums/f2...0Oil%20Change/ . Click on images for a look . Nice 1st generation XB too . Kin to the YARIS .

could just use use layer of 2" ( H ) x 10" (or 12") (W) x 36" ( L ) . Be easier for car to climb and oil pan be angled . Better yet , use 1 board of 1 level under 1 or both wheels on drivers side . That way pan be sloped for better drainage . Hope I'm not confusing

you to much .

xpeteyjtx · 12-30-2008, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Rich k

What brand / types of pan to drain the oil into fit under the yaris w/o jacks ramps?

My pan has a maximum height of 4.5". You have to loosen the drain bolt with a wrench, then remove it with your left hand, while using your right hand to maneuver the pan under the bolt.

Chupacabra · 12-30-2008, 05:16 PM

I have DF210's and can do it w/o any problem. No ramps...no boards. I have the fujitomo valve installed but it's not necessary in any way. Just handy to have a ball valve drain system. No tools needed to do an oil change. Hand tight filter and ball valve drain.

YAR1S · 12-30-2008, 05:19 PM

I use ramps...

sportin83 · 12-30-2008, 07:51 PM

i just changed mine 15 mins ago and i didnt use a jack and i am 6'5" and round 240. i just twist filter loose stick pan under and pull bolt out and let it run. its simple takes longer to let oil drain than to actually get bolt and filter out.

churp · 12-30-2008, 09:46 PM

Ice cream bucket and a 2x4 under each front wheel works fine with my 1.5" drop in the springs.

mikenacarato · 12-30-2008, 09:52 PM

i did my oil change lowered with df210 springs without a jack.

gid · 12-30-2008, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by churp

Ice cream bucket and a 2x4 under each front wheel works fine with my 1.5" drop in the springs.

you sure you're not milking a cow ?

gid · 12-31-2008, 12:05 AM

A 2"x4" under each front wheel sounds a bit dangerous

. You starting a new X-treme sport

? 1 under each tire on drivers side might be less dangerous , plus help oil drain better since the oil pan is sloped toward the passenger side ( right ) . Hope you use bricks , rock , piece of scrap wood , or a gold bar behind each wheel .

Snyprwlf47 · 12-31-2008, 01:02 AM

Floor jack is the solution to all!!!! Plus I cant get to my filter without it!

yaris-me · 12-31-2008, 03:30 AM

I use store bought ramps. It's safe and easy to drain and change filter. They go on sale for about $14.00.

cleong · 12-31-2008, 03:47 AM

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Originally Posted by rningonfumes

You have the valve? Did you need to put anything around the threads? Waiting for my next oil change to put it on.

Yes, and no. Buy the correct one and its a direct fit. The lever might not be oriented exactly how you like it but when I want to drop my oil I'll just rack my steering all the way to the right side and my hand can easily reach in the gap to get the valve.

voodoo22 · 01-01-2009, 03:59 PM

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Originally Posted by cleong

Yes, and no. Buy the correct one and its a direct fit. The lever might not be oriented exactly how you like it but when I want to drop my oil I'll just rack my steering all the way to the right side and my hand can easily reach in the gap to get the valve.

This looks really cool.

I imagine all Yaris' would use the same size, which size did you get?

ZING · 01-01-2009, 04:11 PM

Here they make you take it to the dealers for an oil change, although I wish I could do it myself. Have no hand on experience with cars, whatsoever.

EDIT: and they charged me 22$

cleong · 01-01-2009, 06:04 PM

I've thrown my packaging away but based on Fumoto's chart, F-103 would be it. But I would email them to make sure, though.

12-30-2008, 03:36 PM	#19
nemelek DWEED Drives: 3DR 2008 Metorite Metalic Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Arizona Posts: 1,161	I do __________________ Making a decision without following it with an action is still a fantasy.

12-30-2008, 04:04 PM	#21
MUSKOKA800 Drives: Scion FRS RS2, ‘21 Crosstrek Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Chatham, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,729	I use ramps. Between the front lip and lowering springs I need the clearance to work the wrench and have room for catch pan. Plus while up on the ramps the oil pan is tilted back toward the drain for a quicker, more thorough dump. __________________ TRD Upgrades: 18" Wheels wrapped in 215/35/18 PZero's, Sportivo Shocks/Struts, Lowering Springs, Swaybar, Axle-Back Exhaust, Oil Cap, Rad Cap, Signage. Aftermarket Goodies: Piggies SS, K&N Drop-In, Blitz S/C, DC Header, NST Pulley) Toyota Options/Accessories: Sport Pedal Covers, Sport Shift Knob, Ipod Interface, Summer Mats, Winter Mats, Cruise Control, Auto-Dim Mirror, Echo steelies with winter boots.

12-30-2008, 07:51 PM	#26
sportin83 Drives: 2008 blazing blue yaris LB Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: central IL Posts: 131	i just changed mine 15 mins ago and i didnt use a jack and i am 6'5" and round 240. i just twist filter loose stick pan under and pull bolt out and let it run. its simple takes longer to let oil drain than to actually get bolt and filter out. __________________ http://cardomain.com/ride/3151056 mods: custom sub box, i hit 141.4 db, new speakers, double-din nav, foglights, cruise, CAI, strut brace, under car braces, short antenna, remote start, alarm, actuators in doors and hatch coming soon: window tint, custom sub grills, tach and........

12-30-2008, 09:46 PM	#27
churp Clean and (dis)Functional View User's Garage Drives: Yaris 2dr--Black Betty Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Tropical Minnesota Posts: 562	Ice cream bucket and a 2x4 under each front wheel works fine with my 1.5" drop in the springs. __________________ ____________ Old School Cobble Jockey

12-31-2008, 12:05 AM	#30
gid Drives: '08 Yaris sedan , '08 Liftback Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Northeast Posts: 643	A 2"x4" under each front wheel sounds a bit dangerous . You starting a new X-treme sport ? 1 under each tire on drivers side might be less dangerous , plus help oil drain better since the oil pan is sloped toward the passenger side ( right ) . Hope you use bricks , rock , piece of scrap wood , or a gold bar behind each wheel . Last edited by gid; 12-31-2008 at 12:15 AM.

12-30-2008, 03:38 PM	#20
ddongbap Banned Drives: yw calls me douche and racist. Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: hay Posts: 2,183	Nobody just curbs their car?

12-30-2008, 05:16 PM	#24
Chupacabra Banned Drives: 2009 Yaris liftback Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: CT Posts: 350	I have DF210's and can do it w/o any problem. No ramps...no boards. I have the fujitomo valve installed but it's not necessary in any way. Just handy to have a ball valve drain system. No tools needed to do an oil change. Hand tight filter and ball valve drain.

12-30-2008, 09:52 PM	#28
mikenacarato SIPNDEW View User's Garage Drives: 15 STI Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Brentwood, TN Posts: 2,281	i did my oil change lowered with df210 springs without a jack.

12-31-2008, 01:02 AM	#31
Snyprwlf47 The Martian Drives: 07 Yaris 3dr Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Cannelton, WV Posts: 208	Floor jack is the solution to all!!!! Plus I cant get to my filter without it! __________________ "The lead car is absolutely unique, except for the one behind it which is identical." – F1 commentator Murray Walker.

12-31-2008, 03:30 AM	#32
yaris-me Learn to Relax Drives: 2007, Meteorite, LB Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Anaheim, CA Posts: 2,070	I use store bought ramps. It's safe and easy to drain and change filter. They go on sale for about $14.00.

01-01-2009, 04:11 PM	#35
ZING View User's Garage Drives: Yaris '09,GTi '09, BMW 3.30ci Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Lebanon, Middle East. Posts: 582	Here they make you take it to the dealers for an oil change, although I wish I could do it myself. Have no hand on experience with cars, whatsoever. EDIT: and they charged me 22$

01-01-2009, 06:04 PM	#36
cleong Parallel Parking Pro View User's Garage Drives: Yaris 1.5 Manual Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Singapore Posts: 590	I've thrown my packaging away but based on Fumoto's chart, F-103 would be it. But I would email them to make sure, though. __________________ Leong's NCP91 Toyota Yaris E Hankook V12 Evo 195/55/15 on Buddy Club P1 replicas 15x7 ET +38 Stebel horns, Philips Silvervision turn indicator bulbs TTE Lowering Springs, Camber bolts TRD Blue brake pads Fujitsubo Super Wagolis axleback exhaust DC Sports header

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