Woodydog
Member
Every one of the 10 new vehicles I've had over the years has been on very tight . I had one that I'd already drained the oil out and used everything on filter and couldn't get it off. I had to drive a screwdriver thru the filter.My 1st oil experience for this Civic was not that good. Everything was fine until the time to remove the OEM filter. The oil filter won't budge.
First, I tried by hand, next with my existing filter wrench cap (I use it for M1-110 filter) it slips, then tried the filter pliers & a swivel type . So, I run to Advance Auto parts to buy a new filter cap wrench, thinking the grooves from my current filter cap wrench was worn out. Same results.
Finally, I borrowed a heavy duty strap filter wrench. That did the job!
Also, I noticed on the drain bolt washer when you it turn side ways, it has 2 distinct color.
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