jkeifer3

Hello folks. I have an oil change warning light even though the dealer said they'd changed the oil before I purchased (3k miles) the car. Just to be sure, I'm going to buy some Mobil 1 and have them install it. I've heard 10 qts. but don't know what the recommended weight is. What's the correct info please?

flipside909

5w30 as printed on the oil cap on your engine and owners manual.

jkeifer3

LOL, I finally did dig out the owner's manual and I didn't know it was on the oil filler cap. I bought 2 - 5qt jugs of Mobil 0w-30 (better than the 5w30 and 10w30 so says Mobil) from Walmart and then took it to the dealer to get it replaced. A full-blown Mobil 1 change at the dealer was quoted at $175 but, with the $42 paid for the oil at Walmart, the entire deal was $90. Remember to bring your own oil if you're gonna get it done at the dealer.

LEXUSF

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i did mine at home, no dealer and was about 50 bucks. but i enjoy doing it! i guess its only two or maybe one change a year so not much work!

Koz

One of the best oils on the market today, if not the best!

http://www.amsoil.com/storefront/sso.aspx

Koz

ming15237

iTrader: (3)

Just a heads up to you fellas doing your own oil changes, if you use a additive by BG called MOA in your oil you get a lifetime engine warranty! NOW thats a deal!!!!!!!!!! The only stipulation is that it must installed by a professional service center.

qsz06

DFLORES , Any tips or tricks on oil change ? Does it have a panel / engine cover underneath that needs to be removed. Also where is the canister style oil filter located ?

Looney100

DANGER WILL ROBINSON! NEVER use oil additives. Many will void your manufacturer's warranty. Who would you rather warrant your engine the manufacturer or some small company you've barely heard of.

Some items to read:

http://www.ford-trucks.com/article/i..._Negative.html

http://www.oilsandlube.com/oil-additives.htm

Koz

There is no need for any additives. Modern oils (Especially synthetic) provide all the additives your engine needs to last hundreds of thousand miles (as long as it's changed regularly). Additives are chemicals, chemicals are the first thing to break down and cause contamination. All oil manufactures formulate their oils so they use the least additives/chemicals as possible. If you look at the best oils you will find that they use the least additives.


Koz

Just F Me

you have 4 phillips or i believe it's a 10mm socket that you have to remove to get to the oil filter canister. you'll also need the special tool to twist open the canister. also i recommend some low profile jacks etc as lifting the car can be a pain....

i use the scissor jack to lift one side of the car up until the front wheel is about 2 inches off the ground, then i place the jack in the center area right before the oil pan itself and jack the car up....when the car is high enough i remove the scissor jack and place the jack stands on each side.... i need a low profile jack.

i too use Mobil 1 Full Syn 0w-30...takes 9.8qts

Just F Me

maybe this will help....