This is an old thread but I just wanted to share my first oil change experience, just in case a newbie like me comes along and needs help. The drain plug on my car didn't have a copper washer (thanks dad ) so I had to buy one from Advance. Came in a pack of fasteners/gaskets that was $5. The actual washer had a rubber ring around the inside, which I thought was pretty nifty and ingenious, so the seal is great. Oil filter O-rings were more of a p.i.t.a to get off than to put on. Dab them in new oil and they slide on great. Filling it up went great except for when my funnel tipped over. Hopefully it didn't get on any parts that get hot because I don't wanna be smoking I would also recommend comparing the oil level on the dipstick before and after the filling up to ensure the right level was achieved. All in all, it's an easy oil change once you have the hang of it. Thanks as always for the info guys. You are truly lifesavers when it comes to these cars.