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Old 10-15-2008, 03:16 PM   #4
AUDIOGUY
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Ok, here is what I have learned from doing my first oil change.

1) Get a replacement drain plug just in case you strip yours when removing it. I believe it is about 12 bucks

2) Get an oem filter kit and Mobile 1... 9 qts will be enough.

3) Be prepared to catch the 9 qts that will be coming out of your car during the drain. It is a lot of oil!

4) Get a filter wrench... the bottom of the OEM filter has an area that a filter cup
wrench will fit on... this is much easier.. the housing is plastic so be careful not to use a band type wrench that wont grab it.

5) A lift is the best way to do this, but I believe you could jack up the rear and use
jack stands to get under there... the drain plug and filter are right in front of you and not difficult to access.

Best of luck!
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