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Old 04-10-2015, 05:39 PM   #1
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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.
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My "101 projects for your Boxster" says use an 8mm hex but that sure looks like a Torx to me.
That is a bit odd. Never seen a torx type drain plug. Did you also get a new crush ring? Another nice thing to have is the magnetic drain plug.

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Old 04-10-2015, 06:22 PM   #2
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Excellent advice!



That is a bit odd. Never seen a torx type drain plug. Did you also get a new crush ring? Another nice thing to have is the magnetic drain plug.

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My 99 has a torx drain plug as well.
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