Oil Change For Newbie's

[Seaton]

Hi, I'm reasonably new to 200's but decided to do my own 3k oil change, after some searching there was some use full posts, but it was apparent the was no guide for oil changes for newbie’s. So here's my attempt.

Parts required:-
Oil
Filter
Sump plug washer

Tools required:-
Trolley jack
Axel stands
Couple of bits of wood
14mm socket/Ring spanner
Filter remover
Ratchet
Extension
Rag
Something to drain the oil into



1) Jack up the car and supported on axel stands, with a bit of wood between the stand and the chassis rail.

2) Clean the block around the filter and the sump plug.

3) Put a container under the sump and undo the plug with a 14mm socket.



4) Use the filter wrench to remove the filter, there will be some mess as the oil in the filter drains.



5) Clean the block where the filter seals.

6) Fill the new filter with clean oil and wipe some around the new rubber seal.

7) Fit the new filter

8) Replace the sump plug when it has finished draining.

9) Gradually fill with oil until the 'H' mark is reached (Note:- car has to be level) .

10) Check for leaks and take of stands.

11) Run the engine for a while and leave for 5 mins and re-check the level.

12) Enjoy the fact you just saved some money and are doing your car some good.

This is just my little guide to DIY oil changes and should only be done if you feel confident in your abilities; I will take no responsibility for death injury or destruction of your car if you follow this guide.

[Dave200]

4) Use the filter wrench to remove the filter, there will be some mess as the oil in the filter drains.

There will also be some pain, plenty or swearing and the likely hood of some pain when the filter finally gives way and you catch your hand on something sharp

[tim rome]

no need for axle stands, you can undo the sump nut with just a jack under it. i find the only reason i need a jack is so that the oil catch container will fit under. and i have never needed anything but my hands for undoing the filter

[F.Rizzo]

Would like to have seen you undo my filter with just your hands! That thing was as good as welded on! lol

[voodoo_melon]

You can probably get the sump plug out from the top, you can on S13s.

[evl69]

my filters always seem to be welded on and there is no way in hell that i can get it from the top, and the profec control box sits in the way. mine is a ***** of a job and it so much easier with a hoist and genuine nissan filter remover. it is jsut like a big socket that fits over the end of filter and your away.

EVL

[voodoo_melon]

The filter removers that clamp onto the end of the filter and you stick a ratchet on are good, the crappy chain things that cost about £3 are shite, it's easier to do it by hand.

[SteveDunn]

Thanks for this, sorta thing I was looking for a few days back

[NissanNewbie]

Easier way to get filter off.

No wrench required, believe me mine have always been welded on if i try removing bare handed but if you go and buy a pair of heavy duty marigolds (don't laugh) they are the black ones, they provide enough grip to take the filter off by hand, unless it was actually properly welded on, then a strap wrench wouldn`t help anyways.

[Tenman]

hmmmm or there's always my old method of stab the fecker viscously with a screwdriver then rip it off

[Petrol]

Easier way to get filter off.

No wrench required, believe me mine have always been welded on if i try removing bare handed but if you go and buy a pair of heavy duty marigolds (don't laugh) they are the black ones, they provide enough grip to take the filter off by hand, unless it was actually properly welded on, then a strap wrench wouldn`t help anyways.

That works for me, a good tip, think Dave S14 had the same idea some time ago

Tenman..... Don't be a butcher


Pete R

[jamiesx]

when you put the filter on, use a bit of oil on the gasket and next time it comes off easier.

[SM]

The filter removers that clamp onto the end of the filter and you stick a ratchet on are good, the crappy chain things that cost about £3 are shite, it's easier to do it by hand.

And only £5
Wouldnt have any other type of remover, makes the task take 10 seconds.

[hadyn]

does everyone on here always use a new sump plug washer on every change?

[Petrol]

I do but I don't think it's the end of the world if you use the old one. I re used the washer on my first couple of oil changes and didn't have a problem.

[hadyn]

I've never thought it too essential either, i've just noticed that nissan always change the washer on every S14 oil change for whatever reason...

im just gagging to get some nice new Mobil 1 15-50 in on wednesday now!

[Petrol]

I've never thought it too essential either, i've just noticed that nissan always change the washer on every S14 oil change for whatever reason...

im just gagging to get some nice new Mobil 1 15-50 in on wednesday now!

Take it from me the Silkolene is better, I now have it in all 3 cars and you might find that the price is favourable and all Virtually no VVT rattle since it went and and others have had similar results I took independant advice from a racing techie on the Silkolene Ester stuff and he said it would offer better protection. seems to stay cleaner a lot longer as well.

[hadyn]

ill consider silkolene on the next change then petrol

[Petrol]

ill consider silkolene on the next change then petrol

Best way to go (and no I am not on commission )

[Stu]

Didn't bother changing the sump plug washer and it's not leaked. The filter should also be easily removed by hand, from the top, unless you are a big girl.