My First Oil Change in Pictures
Re: My First Oil Change in Pictures
Originally Posted by osu9400
how much oil do these cars use? I can't find it in the manual.
I am considering the Amsoil 0w-40. Any problems with that?
I am considering the Amsoil 0w-40. Any problems with that?
Re: My First Oil Change in Pictures
Originally Posted by ben47
If they are 'fleece' filters, which they look like they are from your pic, that's a great price. They are $18.50 + tax each at the
dealers in my area. Dealers in other areas are charging more.
Thanks for the post!!!
EDIT: You did good, they are indeed 'fleece' filters. K&N wants $16.86 for their filter...
dealers in my area. Dealers in other areas are charging more.
Thanks for the post!!!
EDIT: You did good, they are indeed 'fleece' filters. K&N wants $16.86 for their filter...
For interest sake NAPA makes a very good filter with metal ends and double the filter vanes (NapaGold) http://www.napafilters.com/ compared to the garbage Fram manufactures. With regular 3000 mile oil changes I'm thinking the Napa filter will offer premium protection.
Again, this option is considered out of conveneince, and availability.
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Re: My First Oil Change in Pictures
magneticred , Excellent, excellent DIY post!!!
benz 47, thanks for the filter location information.
With this thread I just changed the oil on my Crossfire and reset the FSS. I'd like to add a couple of items to the tips, tricks and techniques:
1) I used an Oil Extractor which made the job super simple with no mess. With the most often purchased Pela 6.5 is just too small for the 8.5 quarts our car can carry. But, with the 14 quart capacity of the Pela Pro 14 I not only had sufficient volume, I had a container to carry off the oil:
PELA Pro 14 Oil Extractor
I purchased mine from:
Wholesale Marine:
2) The oil filter asembly ust've been put on by a gorillas as I had some difficulty trying to remove it until...I discovered that my Harley-Davidson Oil Filter removal tool would fit the head of the Crossfire oil filter assembly perfectly. It is part # HD44067. The nice thing is I was able to not only easily remove the oil filter assembly, but I was also able to use my torque wrench on it to achieve the manual's recommended 18 ft lbs.3) WalMart is the cheapest place to purchase oil, when they have it in stockSo, my oil filter, oil and Pela Pro 14 Oil Extractor came to less than the cost of a dealer oil change AND I keep another tool for the next job. Also, it took less time out of my life than going to the dealer!
benz 47, thanks for the filter location information.
With this thread I just changed the oil on my Crossfire and reset the FSS. I'd like to add a couple of items to the tips, tricks and techniques:
1) I used an Oil Extractor which made the job super simple with no mess. With the most often purchased Pela 6.5 is just too small for the 8.5 quarts our car can carry. But, with the 14 quart capacity of the Pela Pro 14 I not only had sufficient volume, I had a container to carry off the oil:
PELA Pro 14 Oil Extractor
I purchased mine from:
Wholesale Marine:
2) The oil filter asembly ust've been put on by a gorillas as I had some difficulty trying to remove it until...I discovered that my Harley-Davidson Oil Filter removal tool would fit the head of the Crossfire oil filter assembly perfectly. It is part # HD44067. The nice thing is I was able to not only easily remove the oil filter assembly, but I was also able to use my torque wrench on it to achieve the manual's recommended 18 ft lbs.3) WalMart is the cheapest place to purchase oil, when they have it in stockSo, my oil filter, oil and Pela Pro 14 Oil Extractor came to less than the cost of a dealer oil change AND I keep another tool for the next job. Also, it took less time out of my life than going to the dealer!
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Re: My First Oil Change in Pictures
Originally Posted by James1549
Does an '04 require resetting the indicator? What year did that start?
Thanks, James
Thanks, James
Re: My First Oil Change in Pictures
Originally Posted by fyrepower
Did any one have difficulty putting the new Mann filter element on the filter assembly. Mine was a bear to get on far enough to cover the "line" on the element..
Re: My First Oil Change in Pictures
Originally Posted by fyrepower
Did any one have difficulty putting the new Mann filter element on the filter assembly. Mine was a bear to get on far enough to cover the "line" on the element..
Re: My First Oil Change in Pictures
Local Walmart charged me $18+tax yesterday (I provide oil & filter), priceless though was when (45 min later) I bring in the 2nd one to also have the oil changed & the (good looking) checkout girl comes out to the garage & asks..."What happened-what did they do wrong?" & I tell her "Nothing, different car, this one is my backup...".....PRICELESS!!!!!
Re: My First Oil Change in Pictures
Originally Posted by Veloce
Great price and wonderful story.
A couple of questions:
Did you buy the oil and filter from them?
Did they suck it out or drain the pan?
I buy my oil from them as it is the cheapest in town; filters I get online.
A couple of questions:
Did you buy the oil and filter from them?
Did they suck it out or drain the pan?
I buy my oil from them as it is the cheapest in town; filters I get online.
They drain from below & have a pit that a guy is in ......they don't have to lift the car....I like that!!
I also stand there & watch every move they make & make sure they use the filter I provide & that they use the new O-rings from the Mann kit. I never let the car out of my sight!!
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Re: My First Oil Change in Pictures
Originally Posted by Chris L.
Local Walmart charged me $18+tax yesterday (I provide oil & filter), priceless though was when (45 min later) I bring in the 2nd one to also have the oil changed & the (good looking) checkout girl comes out to the garage & asks..."What happened-what did they do wrong?" & I tell her "Nothing, different car, this one is my backup...".....PRICELESS!!!!!
Re: My First Oil Change in Pictures
Thanks for the upload I just conducted my first service! Not as bad as I thought! I drained mine vs. pumped it out the top I feel more comfortable that the sludge and any precipitate is drained out the bottom rather than just the oil sucked out. I am surprised to see that my K&N oil filter is identical in every way to the Mann filter even down the the color. I purchased my crossfire in November and I enjoy it very much I also am very happy with this community and everyone's help it feels like family! Thanks to everyone.
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Re: My First Oil Change in Pictures
This is what I refer to.
2. Bottom of engine. There is a large splash guard and aerodynamic aid that must be removed to drain the oil from the sump - not necessary if using a topsider. The cover is attached by four 8mm screws.
Where are the back two screws?
Originally Posted by magneticred
2. Bottom of engine. There is a large splash guard and aerodynamic aid that must be removed to drain the oil from the sump - not necessary if using a topsider. The cover is attached by four 8mm screws.
Re: My First Oil Change in Pictures
Originally Posted by pizzaguy
Where are the fasteners to take the cover off from below?? I found the front two easy enough, but can't figure out how to find the other two. (2005 Roadster)
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Re: My First Oil Change in Pictures
Just found the Wix version of the fleece Mann filter locally at O'Reilly's. $17. Mail-ordered four more via an eBay seller for $57 ($14.25 each with shipping). None at the local Advance Auto, AutoZone, or NAPA.
No 0W-40 Mobile 1 in gallon jugs in town. Found $6.99 quarts at Advance Auto and AutoZone. O'Reilly's had gallons of 5W-40 for $27. But Wal-Mart had gallons of Shell synthetic 5W-40 for $19/gallon.
No 0W-40 Mobile 1 in gallon jugs in town. Found $6.99 quarts at Advance Auto and AutoZone. O'Reilly's had gallons of 5W-40 for $27. But Wal-Mart had gallons of Shell synthetic 5W-40 for $19/gallon.