What are the steps for replacing an oil filter?

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The steps for replacing an oil filter are as follows: 1. Prepare tools such as a wrench, jack, oil drain pan, gloves, oil filter wrench, a new oil filter, and sufficient new engine oil. 2. Vehicle preparation. Run the engine to bring it to operating temperature. Then use the jack to lift the vehicle, engage the handbrake, and secure the front wheels with wheel chocks. Crawl under the chassis to inspect (be sure to first review any special safety precautions mentioned in the user manual). 3. Drain the old oil. Use a 15mm wrench to loosen the drain plug slightly in a counterclockwise direction. Do not loosen it too much. Place a plastic-lined pan beneath the plug (positioned slightly back to account for initial oil spray). Once the pan is in place, continue loosening the plug by hand until oil begins to drip slowly. Carefully remove the plug, avoiding contact with hot oil (it is recommended to perform maintenance when the engine is cool). 4. Remove the oil filter. Once most of the oil has drained, use the oil filter wrench to remove the filter. Open the oil cap on the engine cover and use the filter wrench to turn the oil filter counterclockwise. Unscrew the oil filter from the engine compartment, being careful not to touch the hot exhaust manifold.