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Wow, you are actually going to change your oil all on your own.Well, I say good for you!You can do it, it is so much easier than mechanics want you to think.

They would rather you bring it to them on a regular basis so they can charge you for all the other maintenance services they provide.And these are services you can do yourself as well.This article will tell you how to change oil in a quick and easy way.

Since you have decided to do this yourself, you need 5 quarts of new oil, use a name brand, not the cheap stuff.You also need a very high quality oil filter, don't use a cheap filter.Also ask for an oil filter wrench or a metal strap wrench. You also need a container to catch the oil, one that will seal closed.

Ok!now you are ready to get to work.Make sure you are able to fit under your car.You may need to jack it up just a little.

Have a buddy there in case of an accident.First you need to remove your oil cap.Now to get under for the fun stuff.

You will want to place the oil tray under the oil plug.At the lowest point of the pan, you will see the plug, remove this.The oil will drain out into your tray, it will take a few min.

When the oil is completely drained, go ahead and put the plug back in.Be sure not to screw it in too tight, this will strip it.Slide the tray under the oil filter.Oil will leak as you pull the filter out.

With your wrench, turn the oil filter counter clockwise.After it is loose, you can remove it with your hand.Remember, oil will be coming out, so have your tray ready.

Your new filter will have a rubber gasket.Take some of your new oil and completely coat the gasket.This will make it easier to remove on the next oil change.

Time to screw the new oil filter on using only your hands.Now you are ready to screw in the new oil filter.Turn it until it is tight.Using your wrench, tighten it another ¼ to ½ a turn to make sure it is sealed.Now you can come out from under your car.Time to fill up with your new oil.You are ready to put your new oil in.It should take 5 quarts.

Put your cap on and then turn on your engine and let it run for about 5 minutes. Turn your car off and check your dip stick. Now you have discovered how to change oil all by yourself and have nice clean oil in there.You are ready to go.