Rocky5000100
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Hi all,
New to the forum. I didn't see a detailed how to change the oil, so I thought I'd post it up for those considering doing it themselves. It's pretty straightforward.
This is my wife's car, and unfortunately the dealer didn't offer any oil changes at time of purchase.
This will show how to change the oil and filter. I know the manual says oil only for this first one, but I like to change the filter with every single oil change.
Tools needed:
-Phillips
-Flathead
-17mm socket
-Oil filter wrench
Consumables needed:
-0w20 Synthetic oil of your choice. I used Mobil Synthetic today.
-Oil Filter. I used OEM filter, part number 15400-PLM-A01. I bought a 5 pack on Amazon which included washers. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01ACAMV22/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
-Drain plug washer
1. Drive car onto ramps, and apply parking brake. I also place wheel blocks at the rear wheels just in case.
2. Remove the silver underbody panel under the engine. There are 6 flat head 1/4 turn screws, and 2 phillips. Once removed, the panel slides towards the rear of the car and falls down.
3. Remove the oil drain plug using the 17mm socket. It's on there pretty tight if it's the first time being removed, so careful not to gouge your hands. Allow oil to drain out.
4. Remove oil filter. The oil filter was on there so tight, I had to go and buy an oil filter tool from the store ($5.99). The oil begins draining from the filter as soon as you loosen it, so have your catch can ready. Allow oil to drain.
5. Install new oil filter. Rub a small amount of new oil around the seal before screwing on. The filters I use have a torque spec on them, but I just do them hand tight.
6. Put new crush washer on drain bolt, and install drain bolt.
7. Reinstall underbody panel. I found installing the two phillips first works best. Make sure the panel is in all 4 slots before tightening.
8. Fill engine with oil. The fill hole is on the upper left hand side of the engine. Here I like to fill to just under, start the car, and drive it back to a level surface.
Oil Capacity
Without filter: 3.4 quarts
With filter change: 3.7 quarts
9. Allow car to run a minute or two, then shut off. Check oil level, and add more as needed. I usually check oil level a day or two after driving, just to make sure it's still good.
New to the forum. I didn't see a detailed how to change the oil, so I thought I'd post it up for those considering doing it themselves. It's pretty straightforward.
This is my wife's car, and unfortunately the dealer didn't offer any oil changes at time of purchase.
This will show how to change the oil and filter. I know the manual says oil only for this first one, but I like to change the filter with every single oil change.
Tools needed:
-Phillips
-Flathead
-17mm socket
-Oil filter wrench
Consumables needed:
-0w20 Synthetic oil of your choice. I used Mobil Synthetic today.
-Oil Filter. I used OEM filter, part number 15400-PLM-A01. I bought a 5 pack on Amazon which included washers. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01ACAMV22/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
-Drain plug washer
1. Drive car onto ramps, and apply parking brake. I also place wheel blocks at the rear wheels just in case.
2. Remove the silver underbody panel under the engine. There are 6 flat head 1/4 turn screws, and 2 phillips. Once removed, the panel slides towards the rear of the car and falls down.
3. Remove the oil drain plug using the 17mm socket. It's on there pretty tight if it's the first time being removed, so careful not to gouge your hands. Allow oil to drain out.
4. Remove oil filter. The oil filter was on there so tight, I had to go and buy an oil filter tool from the store ($5.99). The oil begins draining from the filter as soon as you loosen it, so have your catch can ready. Allow oil to drain.
5. Install new oil filter. Rub a small amount of new oil around the seal before screwing on. The filters I use have a torque spec on them, but I just do them hand tight.
6. Put new crush washer on drain bolt, and install drain bolt.
7. Reinstall underbody panel. I found installing the two phillips first works best. Make sure the panel is in all 4 slots before tightening.
8. Fill engine with oil. The fill hole is on the upper left hand side of the engine. Here I like to fill to just under, start the car, and drive it back to a level surface.
Oil Capacity
Without filter: 3.4 quarts
With filter change: 3.7 quarts
9. Allow car to run a minute or two, then shut off. Check oil level, and add more as needed. I usually check oil level a day or two after driving, just to make sure it's still good.
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