Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Things You’ll Need:
- New oil filter
- Pan or bucket
- Oil filter wrench
- Can of motor oil
- Protective gloves
- Goggles
Step1
Check the location of the old oil filter. You may have to get under the car or remove a wheel to get easy access to the filter in newer cars. In most cases you can find it near the oil pan.
Step2
Use the filter wrench to remove the old oil filter, turning it counter clockwise. It's advisable to wear gloves and protective goggles during this step.
Step3
Let the filter drain in a pan or bucket.
Step4
Clean the oil filter seal surface on the mounting flange or block, making sure all of the residue from the old motor oil is removed. Also make sure the sealing rubber gasket from the old filter is removed from the surface of the filter seat (the area where the new filter will be attached).
Step5
Apply a small amount of clean oil to the rubber gasket of the new filter. This ensures a tight fit.
Step6
Install the new filter by hand tightening it, turning it clockwise until it's tight. Do this only by hand, wearing gloves.