🔧Drain the old oil when the car is warm, not cold, to ensure it fully drains out.
🔍Fill the new oil filter with oil before installing it to avoid seconds of insufficient oil pressure.
🔘Lube the O-ring on the new filter to ensure a proper seal and easy removal.
🔩Tighten the drain pan bolt just enough to crush the washer and create a seal, avoiding stripping the threads.
🛢️Hand-tighten the oil filter, avoiding overtightening and difficult removal later on.
Why should I drain the oil when the car is warm?
—Draining the oil when the car is warm allows it to flow out more easily, ensuring that all the old oil and particles are removed.
Why should I fill the new oil filter with oil?
—Filling the new oil filter with oil before installation helps maintain sufficient oil pressure during startup, preventing damage to the engine.
Why should I lube the O-ring on the new filter?
—Lubricating the O-ring on the new filter ensures proper sealing, preventing leaks and simplifying the removal process during the next oil change.
How tight should I tighten the drain pan bolt?
—Tighten the drain pan bolt until it stops, then give it a slight extra turn to crush the washer and create a seal. Avoid overtightening to prevent thread damage.
Why should I hand-tighten the oil filter?
—Hand-tightening the oil filter allows for easier removal during the next oil change. Overtightening can make the filter difficult to remove and cause damage.
00:00Intro: Changing the oil on your car is important for maintenance, but there are common mistakes to avoid.
01:20Mistake 1: Draining the oil when the car is cold. Warm up the engine first to ensure all the old oil drains out.
02:30Mistake 2: Not filling the new oil filter with oil. Fill it before installing to maintain sufficient oil pressure during startup.
03:59Mistake 3: Forgetting to lube the O-ring on the new filter. Lubricate it for a proper seal and easy removal later on.
04:59Mistake 4: Overtightening the drain pan bolt. Tighten it until it stops, then give it a slight extra turn to create a seal.
06:00Mistake 5: Overfilling the oil. Check the correct oil level and avoid putting too much in the engine.
06:58Mistake 6: Not checking the oil level on level ground. Ensure the car is leveled before checking the oil.
07:57Mistake 7: Not running the engine after refilling the oil. Run it for a short time, then check the oil level for accuracy.
09:02Mistake 8: Overtightening the oil filter. Hand-tighten the oil filter to make removal easier in the future.
09:47Mistake 9: Improper oil disposal. Take your used oil to a recycling center or auto part store for proper disposal.
