Changed my oil... couldn't change filter - 986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners

Porschekid · 05-01-2006, 07:24 AM

I think it was actually 5w40 not 5w30 because I couldn't find 0w40.

Tool Pants · 05-01-2006, 08:18 AM

At our work on cars days I have changed a lot of filters. I bring a 2' breaker bar because sometimes one is screwed on very tight. http://www.renntech.org/reviewpost/showproduct.php?product=20&cat=31

If you can get the cannister off you can still change the filter. The only oil that will come out is the oil in the cannister. In fact, when I do an oil and filter change I replace the filter first and then drain the oil.

Porschekid · 05-01-2006, 08:42 AM

Thanks TP... where did you purchase that filter wrench? Is the one at the dealer any good / too expensive?

MNBoxster · 05-01-2006, 08:46 AM

Hi,

One point comes to mind. When doing your Oil Change, be sure to replace the Filter Housing (w/ new 'O' Ring) by Hand, do not use the Filter Wrench. The Torque Spec for this part is 18.5 ft. lbs., easily achievable by Hand Tightening. There is no reason to overtighten this Cannister, and in fact if you do you run the risk of skewing or tearing the 'O' Ring which will then create a leak. Hand tightening is sufficient and insures the Cannister will be easily removable the next time. Hope this helps...

Happy Motoring!... Jim'99

mtch · 05-04-2006, 01:42 AM

I eventually found one at auto zone that worked fine, but I initially had the same problem. I went in and bought about 10 filter wrench adapters. I told the clerk my delima, and he said as long as I had the receipt, that it wouldn't be a problem. I tested them until I found one that worked, and took the rest back. It was about $5. i'm on vacation now, otherwise I would check the garage for the part number.