How to Change Your Car's Oil by Yourself?
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Steps to change your car's oil: 1. Start the vehicle for about 1 minute to allow the oil to fully circulate, then turn off the engine. 2. Open the oil filler cap, and use tools to loosen the oil filter and oil drain plug. 3. Place an oil pan under the oil drain plug, completely loosen the plug, and drain the old oil until it stops flowing. 4. Tighten the oil drain plug and wipe off any excess oil with a cloth. Remove the old oil filter, being careful not to burn yourself—using a cloth is recommended. Apply oil to the new filter's seal and tighten it clockwise. 5. Add new oil through the oil filler port. It's advisable to consult a 4S shop beforehand for the correct amount. After adding, tighten the filler cap. 6. Restart the engine for 1-2 minutes and check for leaks around the oil drain plug and oil filter. If leaks are found, turn off the engine immediately and address the issue. If there are no leaks, check the oil level with the dipstick after turning off the engine, and add oil to the standard level (slightly above the midpoint of the oil scale). The oil change is now complete.
Changing oil by myself is so convenient, I started from scratch and have done it several times. First, prepare the tools: determine the new oil type and whether it's one or two liters by checking the manual, one oil filter, a set of wrenches in different sizes, a clean pan to catch the old oil, gloves to protect hands, and safety glasses to prevent splashing. You also need ramps or a jack to lift the front of the car, ensuring it's parked on level ground with the handbrake engaged and wheel chocks in place. Warm up the engine for five to ten minutes to make the oil flow easier. Crawl under the car, locate the drain plug, and slowly unscrew it to let the old oil flow into the pan—be careful not to burn yourself. When replacing the filter, apply new oil to the seal ring to improve sealing. Tighten the plug back but don't over-tighten to avoid damaging the threads. Add new oil through the funnel in the engine bay, referring to the manual for the correct amount—don't overfill. After warming up the car, turn it off and check the dipstick to ensure the oil level is in the middle without overflow. Collect the old oil and take it to a recycling station—it's eco-friendly and saves money, giving a great sense of achievement each time you save a few hundred bucks.
