I think I recall M-B recommending that the "fleece" filter be used on the supercharged 3.2L V-6. But originally recommended the "cellulose" filter with the NA 3.2L V-6. However, I do agree with others on this thread and in the Forum that the "cellulose" filter is a risk to sustain adequate oil filtration for the typical oil change, which was originally recommended by M-B at 7000 miles in their spec 229.3. Others can correct me if I missed something.

 

As I recall my 2004 Crossfire was initially recommended to use the cellulose filter but that changed in 2005 and the white Polyester filter (the so-called fleece filter) was recommended for use.

 

I use the synthetic oil filters (Mann HU718/5X) vs the paper ML1033

 

It actually comes with one extra O ring.

 

The Mann HU 718/5X is 100% polyester, no paper in it at all.
You seem to be a little out of touch with filters for the Crossfire if you do not know if AMSOIL makes one for it.
I think AMSOIL oil is over priced and over hyped. Make a buck if you can but get your facts right.
To make it worthwhile if you use AMSOIL you need to go 15K per change but pity your poor engine.
If you try and sell your Crossfire just mention you went 15K between oil changes with AMSOIL, that should bring in the offers .... not.😏

 

Le'ts count how many things are wrong with this post.

We can tell you are trying to come across as an authority on the subject of oil and filters - but that's not at all how you are coming across.
Your post history here consists of little more than sales pitches; you won't impress anyone if that's all you have to contribute.

 

It comes with 5 "O" rings, you use 4 (unless you want to change that one that almost no one changes). Remember to put the cap "O" ring in the SECOND slot (not the top slot). Good luck!


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just purchased an '04 and will change the oil asap. previous owner told me 'it's due for an oil change'...after driving it 50 miles (halfway home) check engine light comes on and oil light briefly flashes (while on curves I think). this thread is exactly what I was looking for, for getting that oil replaced. I expect to be deep diving on this forum for some time to come. thank you to all you expert, long time owner/practitioners!

 

Yes it is still available. Mine came today.

 

Lots of great info here.

Index of Crossfire problems and repairs - CrossfireForum - The Chrysler Crossfire and SRT6 Resource

 

Got a link or name or brand or part number to this??????? Thanks

 

 

Thank you very much!

 

this is the type I use :

 

Nice thing about a strap wrench, is it is a "multi-task" tool suitable for all types of cap loosening needs, not just for oil changes. And these don't mark up whatever they are clamped on.

I've got a heavy-duty version that years ago I used to hold the crank pulley on a Merkur XR4Ti whenever I had to change the timing belt. The outer crank pulley had to come off to get at the timing belt. So the crank pulley had to be held tight to loosen screw holding the pulley on. Likewise, putting everything back together was critical so the timing belt didn't move on you. This strap wrench, braced against the floor below the crank puley, held like nothing else I've ever used. It's got a 2 inch wide leather belt on it.

 

Real men use their bare hands. 😜