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So I take it most of you know how to do this, maybe some of you don't. This is why I'm posting this.
I'm sure everyone has there certain ways, but it's a pretty straight forward job.
You will need: (for at least the LX9)
13mm Wrench or Socket w/Extension (for extra room)
Oil Filter Wrench (Maybe)
4.0 Quarts Oil (LX9 others may very, see your manual)
Funnel
Appropriate Filter
At least a 4.0 Quart Container, resealable if you are going to take it somewhere.
Two 1x6/2x6 Boards (to drive up on)
What oil and filter you use is up to you, this is my flavor...
Do you want to change your oil hot, or cold? Some like to change it after a drive, while the oil is hot and thin, aiding in the draining of fluid. I prefer after a 12 hour cool down (over night), I don't like burning myself and I figure most of the oil has made it's way back to the pan.
I can fit under my car, barely, without any need of a jack, but it would help. I usually drive up onto some 1x6's.
Ok locate the drain and filter... the following is on a LX9
The Filter is tucked in there real nice next to the exhaust pipe... another reason I like to wait for it to cool down...
Place your Drain pan under your plug, unscrew it. The oil will come out in a light burst, nothing to bad though. The oil comes out in a curve but ends up dripping straight down... so make sure the pan is centered.
You can also check your plug to make sure the O-ring/Gasket on it isn't missing or torn.
After your oil drains, put your plug in and tighten it down.
Move the drain pan under the filter, grab it and spin it off, you may need the Oil Filter Wrench. Before the filter comes off, oil should flow around it. Wait a bit for it to stop, wipe off the oil, and keep unscrewing it.
The Filter will have oil still in it, because of the way it sits, so after it is removed, carefully tip it over and drain it into the pan.
Check the old filter to make sure the gasket isn't still on the block.
Fill your new filter up half way with new oil, and rub a small amount on the rubber gasket with your finger. Screw that sucker on until it touches, then tighten BY HAND 3/4 of a turn.
Make sure the plug is in.
Fill it up with oil.
Clean up, if you got dirty... Double check everything, Start it up and reset your oil life monitor thingy...
With it running, give it a brief look under the car, to make sure your oil isn't spewing out.
Turn it off, check the level, add if needed.
Sorry if I left anything out, and If any one has something to add go for it.
I'm sure everyone has there certain ways, but it's a pretty straight forward job.
You will need: (for at least the LX9)
13mm Wrench or Socket w/Extension (for extra room)
Oil Filter Wrench (Maybe)
4.0 Quarts Oil (LX9 others may very, see your manual)
Funnel
Appropriate Filter
At least a 4.0 Quart Container, resealable if you are going to take it somewhere.
Two 1x6/2x6 Boards (to drive up on)
What oil and filter you use is up to you, this is my flavor...
Do you want to change your oil hot, or cold? Some like to change it after a drive, while the oil is hot and thin, aiding in the draining of fluid. I prefer after a 12 hour cool down (over night), I don't like burning myself and I figure most of the oil has made it's way back to the pan.
I can fit under my car, barely, without any need of a jack, but it would help. I usually drive up onto some 1x6's.
Ok locate the drain and filter... the following is on a LX9
The Filter is tucked in there real nice next to the exhaust pipe... another reason I like to wait for it to cool down...
Place your Drain pan under your plug, unscrew it. The oil will come out in a light burst, nothing to bad though. The oil comes out in a curve but ends up dripping straight down... so make sure the pan is centered.
You can also check your plug to make sure the O-ring/Gasket on it isn't missing or torn.
After your oil drains, put your plug in and tighten it down.
Move the drain pan under the filter, grab it and spin it off, you may need the Oil Filter Wrench. Before the filter comes off, oil should flow around it. Wait a bit for it to stop, wipe off the oil, and keep unscrewing it.
The Filter will have oil still in it, because of the way it sits, so after it is removed, carefully tip it over and drain it into the pan.
Check the old filter to make sure the gasket isn't still on the block.
Fill your new filter up half way with new oil, and rub a small amount on the rubber gasket with your finger. Screw that sucker on until it touches, then tighten BY HAND 3/4 of a turn.
Make sure the plug is in.
Fill it up with oil.
Clean up, if you got dirty... Double check everything, Start it up and reset your oil life monitor thingy...
With it running, give it a brief look under the car, to make sure your oil isn't spewing out.
Turn it off, check the level, add if needed.
Sorry if I left anything out, and If any one has something to add go for it.
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