How Many Minutes Does It Take to Replace Engine Oil and Oil Filter?
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Replacing engine oil and oil filter can be completed in 15 minutes. Replacement cycle for engine oil and oil filter: If it is mineral oil, the oil filter replacement cycle is 6 months, with a mileage cycle of 5000km. If it is synthetic oil, the oil filter replacement cycle is 8-12 months, with a mileage cycle of 8000km-10000km. Replacing engine oil and oil filter can be completed in about 10-20 minutes. Introduction to engine oil and oil filter: Engine oil and oil filter not only filter but also ensure the quality of the engine oil, such as viscosity, acid value, antioxidant content, etc. These indicators will deteriorate under long-term high-temperature operation, so the vehicle needs regular oil changes to ensure the indicators remain within acceptable limits.
As someone who frequently works on my own car, I'm quite familiar with changing engine oil and filters. For regular family cars, the job can be done in half an hour after lifting the vehicle. But preparation is key: you'll need a hex socket wrench for the oil pan drain plug and a specialized cup-type wrench for the oil filter. Last time I changed the oil on my Civic, the old filter was stuck tight, adding an extra five minutes to remove it. Always use a drain pan to catch the used oil, and don't forget to apply a thin layer of fresh oil on the new filter's rubber gasket before installation for better sealing. The most tedious part is cleanup - oil-soaked rags and waste oil require separate disposal to avoid environmental contamination.
