🚗 Car Maintenance Tips! – Changing Your car’s oil Filter

We want to share a quick guide on how to change your car’s oil filter. It’s an essential part of regular maintenance to keep your engine running smoothly.

Changing your car’s oil filter

Here are the basic steps:

1️⃣   Tools – You’ll need an oil filter wrench, a drain pan, a new oil filter, a socket wrench, and a funnel.

2️⃣  Safety – Make sure your car is on a level surface, and the engine has cooled down.

3️⃣  Locate the oil filter – It’s typically under the engine, but consult your car’s manual for the exact location.

4️⃣  Drain the oil – Place the drain pan under the filter, and using the wrench, carefully loosen and remove the old filter. Be prepared for some oil to spill.

5️⃣  Prep the new filter – Before installing the new filter, apply a small amount of oil to the rubber gasket to create a good seal.

6️⃣  Screw in the new filter – Carefully thread the new filter onto the filter housing by hand. Then, use the wrench to tighten it snugly (usually about 3/4 to 1 turn after it contacts the engine).

7️⃣  Clean up – Wipe off any spilled oil, and double-check to ensure everything is tight and secure.

8️⃣  Add fresh oil – Using a funnel, pour in the recommended amount of fresh oil into the engine.

9️⃣  Dispose of old oil – Properly dispose of the used oil and filter at a recycling centre.

🔧 That’s it!

Regular maintenance like this can extend the life of your vehicle and improve its performance. If you have any questions on an oil filter change or would prefer Crescent Motoring Services to do this for you please give us a call on 01283 509000 or email on info@crescent motoringservices.com