oil change

[Saxo-Slag]

For my vtr. How easy is this done. Ive got GTX Magnatec oil and oil filter. Any tips pictures advice would be wicked.

[Sean]

Easy as pie. Sump plug is at the rear of the sump, forget the size of socket you need but they're readily available from halfords etc. Plug might be a bit stiff but use a long bar if it is and you'll be fine although mine came off pretty easily using a 3/8" drive wratchet. Use a new sump plug washer too when you're putting it back in. and change the oil when it's warm (flows out better).

[Saxo-Slag]

cool man. washer from shitroen yeah

[Sean]

you can get the washers from halfords too

[KamRacing]

I always use an engine cleaner in the oil and run that for a little while before draining.

[Saxo-Slag]

What are the washers called then in halfords. Im not going crazy with cleaners and stuff

[Sean]

just ask for sump plug washers at the parts desk at halfords or any motor factors, about 30p each. no need for engine cleaners, regular oil changes with decent oil is fine.

[Kenny_Boi]

sumps plugs a 21mm spanner mate n ad put a little oil round the seal of the oil filter aswell stop it being mega tight wen ur taking it off to change it next time n ad defo go wit the engine flush aswell hope tht helps ye mate .

[CJMAD]

always change the filter too for a few quid more. If you can afford it always use synthetic oil, much cleaner and never scums up

[williamsvts]

i personally wouldnt use any cleaners, just buy some cheap oil to flush through, do 2 oil changes if you know what i mean?

[CJMAD]

I'm with Williamsvts with adatives, never used them and never will, if you change the oil regularly no need to flush, it's a personal thing really.

[Ryan]

id recommend a drain pan if you dont mind spending a few extra £££.

as it will make the job cleaner than using your mums tea tray or a old tub lol.

if the old filter hasnt had oil put on the seal before fitting and is stuck just stab it with a screw driver and use that as a handle to get it unscrewed nice and easy,.

[CJMAD]

on my 02 1.1 the filter is a paper cartridge what a fu__ing mess each change. Why they went to this from a metal cartridge beggars belief.

[Saxo-Slag]

Will be done over the weekend. Not sure on flush though