rc350 F Engine Oil Change!
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I am trying to change engine oil myself for the first time and wanted to make sure which parts I need to prepare.
I have the 0W-20 Mobil 1 Engine Oil, and what do i need the rest? I am considering only genuine OEM parts, (engine oil filters?)
I am trying to make an online order so I don't have to go to the dealership to get them so would be appreciated If can attach the links as well.![Smilie](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
I am changing my oil every 9k ~ 10k miles, how often do people change them?
Thank you.
I have the 0W-20 Mobil 1 Engine Oil, and what do i need the rest? I am considering only genuine OEM parts, (engine oil filters?)
I am trying to make an online order so I don't have to go to the dealership to get them so would be appreciated If can attach the links as well.
![Smilie](https://www.clublexus.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
I am changing my oil every 9k ~ 10k miles, how often do people change them?
Thank you.
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The OEM Toyota/Lexus oil filter is part number 04152-YZZA3. Aside from common sockets and a socket wrench, you'll also need a specialized Toyota/Lexus oil filter tool. You could pick up both items fairly inexpensively in the parts department at a Toyota dealership.
During my first at-home oil change, I took the opportunity to also replace the oil drain plug with a Fumoto valve to make future changes easier. You may want to consider that if you change your oil often.
During my first at-home oil change, I took the opportunity to also replace the oil drain plug with a Fumoto valve to make future changes easier. You may want to consider that if you change your oil often.
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Is the oil filter installed vertically or horizontally? Just bought the car last month and haven't crawled under to check. I always do all my own oil changes on all my vehicles so I was wondering if it was worth investing in one of these... https://www.motivxtools.com/products...ter-drain-tool
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Is the oil filter installed vertically or horizontally? Just bought the car last month and haven't crawled under to check. I always do all my own oil changes on all my vehicles so I was wondering if it was worth investing in one of these... https://www.motivxtools.com/products...ter-drain-tool
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The OEM Toyota/Lexus oil filter is part number 04152-YZZA3. Aside from common sockets and a socket wrench, you'll also need a specialized Toyota/Lexus oil filter tool. You could pick up both items fairly inexpensively in the parts department at a Toyota dealership.
During my first at-home oil change, I took the opportunity to also replace the oil drain plug with a Fumoto valve to make future changes easier. You may want to consider that if you change your oil often.
During my first at-home oil change, I took the opportunity to also replace the oil drain plug with a Fumoto valve to make future changes easier. You may want to consider that if you change your oil often.
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