First oil change

[linderpat]

That's about it. Don't drop it back down until the job is finished. Also, be sure the engine is warm, to make sure all particulate matter is well disbursed throughout the oil (which means be careful around the hot parts underneath; doesn't have to be super hot, just warm). Then be sure to inspect the oil filter for plastic or metallic bits. Always do that with these cars. One way to inspect the used oil itself is to pour some on a dark paper surface (or any dark item like a plate or whatever) and look for glitters in the sunlight.

[CHRISP357]

Shouldn't I level it to drain all the oil?

[linderpat]

Originally Posted by CHRISP357

Shouldn't I level it to drain all the oil?

Sorry, misunderstood your original post (thought you were putting all 4s uo in the air, as that is how I usually work on mine). Anyway, as Steve siad, yes. drop the rear back down to level until all the oil drains out.
Also as Kram said, get the LN magnetic drain plug, and while you are at it, get the spin on filter adapter from LN too. Not real expensive, and excellent insurance to keep your IMS happy.

[CHRISP357]

I guess I'll go buy a set of large Torx today. I hope that's what it is.
I'll order a magnetic plug for the next change but I'm going to keep the factory designed oil filter system. Front motor mount will be next.

[CHRISP357]

Ok, I have a number 50 Torx. Hope it's right this time.

[CHRISP357]

50 it was! Incidentally, not sure when the oil was last changed, but I personally put just over 2000 miles on it when I got it in October and the oil looks like I just poured it out of the jug! Clear and clean, smells good and not a single glittering piece of metal shaving. I'm quite happy!

[Pdwight]

How can the spin on oil filter adapter help the IMS ??