How to Change Car Engine Oil by Yourself?
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Steps to change car engine oil: 1. Use a jack to lift the front end of the vehicle or place the vehicle on a bridge frame. 2. Remove the bottom guard plate of the vehicle. 3. Unscrew the oil drain plug on the oil pan. 4. Completely drain the old engine oil. 5. Remove the old oil filter using tools. 6. Apply a layer of engine oil to the rubber ring part of the new oil filter edge. 7. Add new engine oil through the oil filler port.
Changing your car's oil yourself is quite simple, and over the years I've made it a habit to save costs while ensuring quality. You'll need new engine oil (check your car manual for the correct type and capacity), a new oil filter, gloves, a wrench, an oil drain pan, and a jack or ramps. First, drive the car for a short distance to warm up the engine, making the oil flow more easily. After parking and turning off the engine for a few minutes, use the jack on level ground to lift the car securely to prevent collapse. Loosen the oil pan drain plug and place the pan underneath to catch the old oil, while also replacing the oil filter—unscrew the old filter, clean the mounting surface, apply a bit of new oil to lubricate the new filter's gasket, then tighten it. Once all the oil has drained, reinstall the drain plug and slowly add new oil, checking the dipstick to avoid overfilling. Start the engine to check for leaks, and finally, dispose of the used oil at a recycling center for environmental safety. The whole process saves hundreds of dollars and deepens your understanding of your car, but safety comes first—never cut corners when lifting the vehicle.
