All Engines: Oil Change How-To with picture!
11-01-2009, 04:50 PM
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That bolt was a PITA !
The drain bolt, that is - I don't know if the dealer dude aped it on, or did not lube the threads/seal, or both, but it was a struggle.
The cartridge cap is a bit of a bugger to get to - not a straight shot w/ a long extension like on your LSJ, but a 1/2" wobble connected directly to the socket ( $ 2.99 - the socket,that is , lifetime warranty from Northern Tool
) did the trick.
I did not jack it up, or dig out the car ramps ( that are of the garage is a mess !
) so instead drove the front wheels up on some boards.
That gave just enough room to slink under there, and not quite enough to really get on the ratchet good to get the plug out.
It is back on snug, but not crazy tight.
Advanced Auto stocks the AC Delco filter - PF457G, IIRC, and Wally World had Pennz. Platinum on sale for $ 19.00 for the 5 quart jug.
It is rated for GM4718M !
Thanks for the write up !
Britt
The cartridge cap is a bit of a bugger to get to - not a straight shot w/ a long extension like on your LSJ, but a 1/2" wobble connected directly to the socket ( $ 2.99 - the socket,that is , lifetime warranty from Northern Tool
) did the trick.I did not jack it up, or dig out the car ramps ( that are of the garage is a mess !
) so instead drove the front wheels up on some boards.That gave just enough room to slink under there, and not quite enough to really get on the ratchet good to get the plug out.
It is back on snug, but not crazy tight.
Advanced Auto stocks the AC Delco filter - PF457G, IIRC, and Wally World had Pennz. Platinum on sale for $ 19.00 for the 5 quart jug.
It is rated for GM4718M !
Thanks for the write up !
Britt
12-05-2009, 07:22 PM
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http://www.amazon.com/Purolator-PL15...0058918&sr=8-1
PureONE PL15436 for $13.20 (pack of 2) at Amazon. So if you just buy two packs they give you free shipping because it's over $25 and you've got filters for a year.
PureONE PL15436 for $13.20 (pack of 2) at Amazon. So if you just buy two packs they give you free shipping because it's over $25 and you've got filters for a year.
12-05-2009, 08:12 PM
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12-29-2009, 01:58 PM
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I just did mine yesterday,
BTW: The drain plug is 15mm
I didnt have 1 1/4 inch socet so I used
my 32mm socket. wich worked fine.
Yup I got lucky. I dont have a 1 1/4 inch, but I had my 32mm socket left over from my old SHadow, as the front axel nuts were 32mm.
BTW: The drain plug is 15mm
I didnt have 1 1/4 inch socet so I used
my 32mm socket. wich worked fine.
Yup I got lucky. I dont have a 1 1/4 inch, but I had my 32mm socket left over from my old SHadow, as the front axel nuts were 32mm.
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01-30-2010, 04:57 PM
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Oil Life Monitor Percentage.
The PCM calibrates that percentage based on upon your driving it doesn't necessarily mean that the oild needs to be change . You can still go by the 3000 Mile Rule. That percentage just means your driving too hard. I do understand that boost is addicting so no worries. I dont even pay attention to that gauge anymore.
01-30-2010, 05:15 PM
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The PCM calibrates that percentage based on upon your driving it doesn't necessarily mean that the oild needs to be change . You can still go by the 3000 Mile Rule. That percentage just means your driving too hard. I do understand that boost is addicting so no worries. I dont even pay attention to that gauge anymore.
you can go by the oil life monitor, it won't hurt anything but at the same time if the oil life monitor does say you need an oil change, you should still do an oil change at minimum 2 times a year (only if the oil life monitor doesn't say you need one)
05-24-2010, 04:55 PM
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Well my update after running 10k miles on Mobil 1 0W-30
Purolator filter, I felt 10k was certainly too much...I should have changed it inbetween but at a certain point I was committed.
Picked up 2 WIX filters yesterday for about 7 bucks each, so I HAVE the filter for a change inbetween this time. Back to Mobil 0-30.
Oil was dark but I wouldn't say it was a clear overdoing of it. Going to go 5000 and 5000 this time.
Note, stock 2.2L with no mods.
Replaced cabin air filter as well since i was at 40,000 miles. Air filter was done 2-3000 miles ago
Purolator filter, I felt 10k was certainly too much...I should have changed it inbetween but at a certain point I was committed.
Picked up 2 WIX filters yesterday for about 7 bucks each, so I HAVE the filter for a change inbetween this time. Back to Mobil 0-30.
Oil was dark but I wouldn't say it was a clear overdoing of it. Going to go 5000 and 5000 this time.
Note, stock 2.2L with no mods.
Replaced cabin air filter as well since i was at 40,000 miles. Air filter was done 2-3000 miles ago