Tips on Changing Oil, Something Every Motorist Should Know

Oil changing at home can save you green and get you a more personal connection to your car. To change the oil you must first consult your owner's manual, or a Chilton's repair manual to find out what kind of oil you need. Also you should find out the amount of oil and what kind of oil filter you will need.

When you have done this you will need to purchase the type of oil you need and the oil filter you need. If you forget what kind of filter you need you may be able to find it in a book or electronic catalog they have at the store. If you do not have an oil filter wrench, or a friend who has one, then you will have to buy one.

Once you have returned with the required supplies you need. It is time to change the oil. It is best to do it when the car is warm. This does not mean hot you do not want to burn yourself with oil. It is one of the worst burns you can get. Take a drive around the block with the car and then let it sit for a while.

Once you have done this you need to get on a set of work cloths that you no longer care if they get dirty, because this is a very dirty job. Find a large pan for the oil to drain into. Put it under the car were the oil will drain out. If it is windy you may want to wait for another day to change your oil. Find the bolt that the oil drains from and loosen it. The oil will drain into the pan so you will have to wait until it is done draining. Now that that is done, put the oil filter wrench on the oil filter, and. Loosen it. It may be a little tight but make sure you are actually loosening. Once it is off and you have drained any remnants of oil from it replace it with the new one. Then replace the nut that controls the draining of oil. Be careful not to cross thread the bolt, and that you have it tight, but not over tightened.

Once that is complete, you can put in the new oil. Make sure you put in the correct amount not too much or to little. Make sure you keep track of how much oil you put in the car. You don't want to get confused while you are putting in the new oil. Then all you need to do is dispose of the old oil properly. Service stations and recyclers will recycle it for you.