changing oil

[raf182]

Howdy

Instead of paying Renault comedy prices to change my oil Im going to do it instead. Couple of questions tho..

What size of key do I need for the sump plug and Im I likely to lose at least one finger whilst doing it?!

ta

 

[telford_mike]

there is a really good DIY guide on the home page. members only unfortunately, but youd save your membership fee instantly and make a huge profit by changing the oil yourself!

hint

 

[Liam]

will have a look think ill try and do it myself

 

[raf182]

Quote: Originally posted by telford_mike on 06 September 2004
there is a really good DIY guide on the home page. members only unfortunately, but youd save your membership fee instantly and make a huge profit by changing the oil yourself!hint


hmm i think i might just take the hint


until then tho, any clues?!

 

[Lunner]

drain old oil, replace filter, and sump washer, and refill

nothing to it really just messy, and i find a b*****d getting the sump drain plug out

 

[Liam]

had a look at mine and read the how to guide..

has anyone done it themselves? the filter look in a right awkward position to get to, facing horizontal, when you unscrew it does oil go everywhere in the engine bay?

 

[tinhead]

Had a local garage change mine for £15 labour, although he regreted not looking at the job before quoting.

Yes, oil does go everywhere. Mine needed a quick blast with a jetwash to clean it off.

Dont attempt it with the engine hot, just warm enough to thin the oil or you will burn your arms reaching for the filter.

For £15 I was glad I didnt attempt it myself.

 

[Liam]

no way round it suppose then, blasted oil going everywhere in nice clean engine bay.

 

[sargeantinio]

the 182 is a real b*****d especially the oil filter hope youve got thin arms and long fingers get ready to pull your hair out oil plug is a square plug adapter available from most parts depts ie halfords