How to Change Your Oil
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- Опубліковано 11 вер 2024
- How To Change Your Oil
PLEASE NOTE: I only used that scissor jack to get a better shot with the camera.
Use ramps or jack stands if you are going to be under any vehicle.
NEVER EVER get under a vehicle supported by just a scissor jack!
I want you all to live long and prosperous lives!
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How to change your oil.
After driving the vehicle for 10 minutes to warm it up, come back and check the oil filter as well as the oil level. You may need to tighten the oil filter with an oil filter wrench.
Supplies;
Oil Filter, Oil Filter wrench, Oil, Oil drain pan, Funnel
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And if you jack up your vehicle. Please place ramps underneath your vehicle! Jacks are known to fail and crush someone underneath their car!! Be safe 👍
What are ramps tho?
Agreed. I only used the jack to lift the body of the vehicle a few inches to get a better shot.
@@atdorianisart9132 metal small ramps on each wheel. You can see those on other UA-cam videos or advance auto or autozone.
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MAKE THAT 4 even after all these years he’s still teaching the best he can :)
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Just a note for some other people: if the fluid is coming out red, that’s your transmission fluid. Put the plug back in immediately.
Hahaha yes don’t do that!
Does that mean you unscrewed the wrong one or would the transmission fluid come out of the same place? (My grandma said there’s no such thing as a dumb question 😂)
@@SeptemberLeader This would mean you unscrewed the wrong one. Don't worry, your question isn't stupid. We've all got to start somewhere.
Thanks for the tip! That's gonna help me on my first time!
@@JustAnotherGuyInTheCommentsthank you 🙏 Thanks for not making me feel dumb.
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Some of the benefits of doing your own oil changes are as follows:
-Quality Oil and Filter as most services provide only the cheapest possible which can cost you more in the long run
-You know its done - some companies will rip you off without changing things out.
-you keep track of how your car is looking based on how the oil looks, etc and getting a birds eye view into things.
One of the best ways to save cash and keep an old beater running. Speaking as someone who kept a beater for 10+ years doing full maintenance on it till I could afford a new car. "Dad" is in a position where he has no reason to do so himself, but it takes time to get there.
1. Brakemax lets you choose which oil, and it's itemized on the bill. Of course I have a mazda which uses synthetic, and is more expensive no matter where you go.
2. it's easy to see if the oil is changed by the color on the dipstick.
3. see above.
@@misterkite
1) Brakemax looks like is an AZ centric service.
2) In cali we had largely shops that would charge $70+ for an oil change with conventional the last I took my car into one. And quite a few of them were found to charge for the service but not actually perform it, so it varies by location. if I was able to instead get Royal purple + filter for $10 cheaper and just get it done. And that car is still ticking to this day (granted, just about any synthetic is leaps and bounds better than conventional).
3) this is an intro to how to change oil, likely folks referencing this for a good idea of how to get started likely don't know about the color variations and what they mean, whether just dirty or blown gasket.
4. See spot run.
I would agree to disagree. I've had my oil changed for years at a local place for about $40, and my car runs as great as ever (mind you I just had to rebuild the headgasket last year, did that work myself)... but it's a '98 Chevy Cavalier 2.2L with well over 250k on it. Bought it in 2013 and it only had 90k on it.
Since you fellas sound like you know what you’re talking about, how do you know when to change the oil? Is it every so many miles/klicks you drive? Oh wait, Dad just said every 3,000-5,000 miles. Is there any benefit to doing it more often?
DarKnightKilla13 I used to be able to get an oil change for around $40. Sometimes a little cheaper with a coupon. But now all those places are over $55 WITH a coupon. At that price point it’s worth the hour of my time to do it myself.
I have a dad but he’s never taken the time to teach me anything and just expected me to know. I blew the engine of my first car because I neglected an oil change and he stopped talking to me for months.... thanks for the video cause I still never learned lolol
Same :/
Same man hope u Get better
Same thing here bros
SAME!!! I didn't know oil or coolant was even a thing when i purchased my car. went for over a year without changing it and my car is pretty old. Ended up stuck on the side of the road with a smoking car that kept overheating. Spent way too much money for the mechanic to tell me i needed to change my oil.
Same reason I’m here now 💯 we gonna get it
My car broke down today and I had to watch the “how to jump your car video”. Your videos are literally the best!! Thanks Dad!! ❤️❤️
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Please Please PLEASE do more CAR related tutorials!! Id really love to learn more myself and do it myself to save money and have the knowledge, as well as the feeling of accomplishment.
Watch chrisfix :)
Same
I definitely had to watch this one. My brother just showed me how to change my own oil a couple of weeks ago. He's always done it for me, but he recently got diagnosed with cancer and is starting to lose his mobility (it'sin his lungs and back). These really are great moments to share with the people who look up to you to learn.
Sending much love to your brother. All the best. Take care!
youtube is a great resource for how to with mechanics i had to do upper lowerball joints on a my jeep seen a video of these dynamite farmgirl doing it was like wth if she can i can watched a few others but very helpful for practicality of job and confidence of onesself too
How's your brother doing?
@@Slifer8521 He passed peacefully this past September in hospice care. Thank you for asking. I'm still learning handyman tasks to make him proud. I learned to change a clothes dryer door switch last week.
If he were still here, that would've earned me a crisp high five.
I think it's great that you do these videos. I had that Dad that taught me things so I'm set, and I passed those skills to my daughters too. But far too often I meet young people who have no idea so they really need a resource like this. I even met a man in his 30's once who used to make an appointment to take his pick-up in to get the oil CHECKED. I said, "You mean changed, right?" He said, "No, they check the oil for me." Flabbergasted, I popped the hood on his truck and showed him the dipstick and how to check the oil...and all the other fluids. He was stunned how simple it was. And give credit where credit is due: he didn't get his ego in a twist about it. He was grateful for the pointers. :)
Kinda amazed that the mechanic took advantage of him for so long, having him make an appointment and pay for them just taking a minute to check.
@@viktorbraginskiMe too!!! Really crummy thing to do, IMO.
My dad passed away in 2012, he tried to teach my sister and I all he could about cars. I learned to change the break pads and tires from him. Thank you for showing me what he didn't get too!!!
The pan moving technique is handy. I would’ve just put it there and let it drain. Thanks, dad!
Changing oil is something I've avoided to learn, because I'd hate to screw up our vehicle. We have a 2019 truck, so it goes to the dealership every 5,000 miles.
Great video, Dad! Thank you.
You know 5,000 miles is overkill, right? Modern cars recommend every 8-10k miles. If you go full synthetic, they recommend you get your oil changed only once a year. So odds are good they're not even bothering to change your oil every time you bring it on.
@@misterkite Kinda hard to do when customers can watch every move that you make with their vehicle! I've always had my oil changed at 5,000 miles.
@@misterkite you say it's overkill but trust me, lots of modern engines especially the turbocharged ones should have it done every 5k maybe even more frequently than that. I've seen people with new cars and they'll change at ~8k but the oil comes out gritty and very burnt. Some engines are different than others however
so at best the oil gets changed every 10,000 but you pay 1 for nothing but coffee and lost time they called stealerships for a reason. stoped going to mine when they never opened hood i was across the parking lot eating outside seen it drive in changed sticker qck vacuum of interior never lifted hood $30 lifetime oil changes for life for a reason 😪😫
The concept of an oil change itself is simple: Oil out, filter out; Oil in, filter in.
However some steps should be followed to provide the best experience for both you and your vehicle:
Before you start, open oil cap and pull dipstick to drain oil quicker
Remove the filter BEFORE you drain the oil, so no old oil from oil filter assembly will remain in the engine
Once you remove the oil drain plug wait at least until the oil is draining in drops before you screw it back it in
The Oil Drain Plug has a gasket so it wont leak, usually a copper crush washer(but can also be rubber), replace it with each oil change
Dont. Overtighten. The. Oil. Drain. Plug. Scew.
Lubricate the seal on the new oil filter with oil ( old or new, new obvsly better)
Dont use tools to tighten a metal oil filter, just use hands until it wont turn anymore
A Plastic Oil FIlter assembly hast to be tighten to the ends of it threads, with a tool
After change run engine for at least 1 minute, dont play with the gas just let it idle
When its idling keep the hood open, and keep an eye on the gauges for warnings ( on older cars a oil pressure light, looks like oil can, will light up with ignition on but should go off once engine is running) ,
but also check the engine, filter and plug
check again after some miles
Obviously use correct filter and oil (ask mechanic/dealer/auto parts store/ google, double check!)
I wish you all many years of successful oil changes
Two additions...
It's a good idea to use rubber gloves when removing the oil filter and plug.
and
Avoid changing the oil until your car has cooled down. Hot oil isn't fun to get on you.
Everything I was thinking while watching, but still a great video
I'm a 40yr old lady with no clue about cars at all, and terrified of doing something wrong and bursting into flames or something. Step by step videos like this are a god send - helps me understand that it isn't magic and it isn't something that I should be afraid of at least trying
I knew how to change my oil but I just wanted to come here and support you!
I've literally used these videos instead of calling my dad so many times and I'm so happy about it
Unless your dad is grumpy, you should still call him for help. Dads love helping their kids and how fun would it be if you helped him change your oil?
Thank you so much. I’m a 12 year old girl and my dad was super abusive so we had to leave him. I usually do all the things like this in the house. I also kinda want to join the army.
Join the marines!
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Hey Sophia! The army would be lucky to have a hard worker and problem solver like you!
As a fellow girl that had to become "man" of the house at an early age, I wanted to give you a "hug" and let you know that it gets better. Especially as you get older, it feels empowering the to know that you can change your oil, or put furniture together by yourself.
You got this! You’re not the only one whose had to struggle, and you can do hard things!
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Thanks dad. This man is a lifesaver I learn how to install a car battery from you and saved me money as well all thanks too you👍👌
This brings back good memories-- my dad taught me how to change oil, and I still have the oil filter wrench he gave me. I changed every quart of oil in that car for the 14 years I owned it. I'm not willing to crawl around on my back to change oil anymore, but if I had to do it I still could.
God Bless you, Mr. Kenney. I'm 38 years old now, but how I would appreciate this channel during my childhood and adolescence. There is still so much that I didn't learn and that I would have liked. Thank you, Mr. Kenney!
I feel like a lot of guys my age (26) don’t even care to learn this type of stuff anymore. Its sad! They only care about sneakers and Xbox lol. Whether you want to take it in and them do or you do it yourself, I still think it’s good to at least know how do it. God bless you!
I had no father, but I did have my older sister who always changed my oil for me. She passed and I miss her terribly! Thanks Dad!
I dont really need this but Im here for the Dad joke 😁 Just making sure I do my part to support you 👊🏼🇵🇭
when you said "I don't wanna be too crude" I let out the biggest HA I ever have
I have a dad. But i still find this channel wholesome and comforting
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I'm 21 and I do wish this man was my dad. He's taught me a few things already! Thanks, dad.
I moved across the world from my family this year, so especially with the time zone difference I haven't been able to call my dad when I need help with things like this. Thank you so much for these videos ❤️
I lost my dad the summer of 2014 and he was the one that would take care of car maintenance. I’ve watched many of your videos to learn what my dad didn’t get to teach me.
Thank you for all you do. ❤
I’m sorry you lost your dad, glad to be able to help 🙏🏻
I seriously want to thank you from the bottom of my heart. I have two children of my own, and I’ve always questioned how am I supposed to be a good father if I can’t teach my kids the things a dad is supposed to know.
Thank you from all the people without dads.
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I just found this channel like a minute ago and I’m already crying. My father and I were not close at all. In fact, we fought all the time bc he didn’t like that I was gay at first among other things. This warms my heart bc it’s all the things I wanted to ask my dad to help me with but never was able to. I deeply appreciate this content. Thank you for doing a job that a lot of dads wouldn’t bother doing
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I hope for nothing but the best for you. You are a true hero💖
Thank you for your videos! My daughter's Dad was great when they were little, but then decided he didn't have time for them, when they got to be about 8-10 years old. We were married for 10 years before we had kids. We got divorced a couple of years later. They are in their mid-twenties, last night, I realized that they both thought that when adding oil to a car, you do it through the small hole where the dip-stick is. 🤦♀ I've watched your videos for years, I've been Mom and Dad for 16 years. Now is a good time for them to start watching your videos. (Actually 10 years ago would have been better, but live and learn). Thanks again for being here!
Dad thanks for being honest that it's probably more cost-effective to take it to a shop! I don't feel as dumb
Though I (fortunately) still have a dad, the lack of confidence and communication between each other has led to a lot of problems I have to go through by myself and only myself, watching this videos not only make me learn a lot of things that probably I should have already learned but also makes me feel good and peaceful about the fact that I can finally feel that someone is finally guiding me through the game of life, thank you, thank you very much.
Thank you:))) Big respect from Russia!
Taking notes for when I get my new car
You are doing a wonderful thing for people out there who dad's left keep going your a great guy and I hope you have a great life like you deserve
Dad.. thank you!
My father passed away two years ago and there are so many things I never had the opportunity to learn from him. Your videos are helping me fill in the gaps. I appreciate you more than you know. 🧡
Thank you for helping me with my oil change, I do have a dad that teach me stuff but when he's doing something else you're the first person I go to. Like an extra dad, all love to you
my dad has recently refused to be a dad.
thanks for being the one i needed my whole life.
thanks for this video, Dad ☺️ i have my first car, and i want to learn how to take care of it independently. ur probably right that it’s not really ‘worth it’ to do it myself, but the feeling of satisfaction i get from being able to do small work on my car myself makes it worth it to me!!
This man is like no other man he’s so caring and kind I have school tomorrow but I stayed up late to his videos because he is a good man and god bless you and your family💙❤️💙❤️🙏
I’m not a boy but thank you so much my boyfriend never grew up with a dad and he’s learned a lot from you and that makes me really happy thank you!
You really touched my heart. One thing I miss is asking my dad for advice. You are a inspiration. Thank you ❤️
I've been kinda scared to take care of my own car, I have most of the knowledge I need to do it, but not the confidence. I think this is giving me the kick I needed to finally do it. :)
The amount of friends I have who don't understand how to change their oil blows my mind.
I didn't grow up with a father, or a mother who taught me anything, but its easy to do.
So I'll be sharing this out to them, they need to know how to do this.
Thanks man . I'm a 15 y/o driving my grandfather's car since my dad left i couldnt ask anyone to teach me this . I just want u to know that you're an angel i hope u get the best in life
I really appreciate you making the video despite not thinking it's worth your time. My dad would not let me drive any of the family vehicles as a teenager until I knew how to change the oil, change the tires, check the fluids, change the wipers, etc. Many of my friends have called me to help them with flat tires or small issues. Not knowing how to change or check something really makes it hard for someone to understand how it works or why it costs x to have that service done professionally. I noticed they don't always do it right either. They often use cheap oil and they don't always tighten the filter, or OVER TIGHTEN THE FILTER, which can cause problems. Everyone should change their oil at least once.
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You are the purest person I've ever seen thanks for helping the people who need this
Good video. Here is a few tips from someone who used to be a mechanic. 1) Have a filter wrench handy because most filters cannot be taken off by hand. 2) After adding oil back start the vehicle for a few minutes, turn off, leave sit for a few minutes then recheck oil level on dipstick. 3) Some car models require a rubber or plastic ring on drain plug so make sure not to lose that in the process. But great job for someone who doesnt do it as a living...:)
I never knew that oil flowed so amazingly
Thanks Dad. I am always glad to gain knowledge. You have convinced me that in this case I'm better off getting up the $40. God bless you and please stay safe.
In the 70s When I was riding with a friend who was a recent Vet from the Viet Nam war his car made a terrible racket. I had him pop the hood ad take a look. He was clueless but thanks to my big brother dragging me out to look under the hood this Freshman girl was able to point out that he needed a new fan belt. My big brother had a mentor that taught a lot of young boys about cars. Thank you for all of your tutorials and for being a great mentor.
I have had to replace toilet parts and dragged my boys in to check out the tank works.
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You're so wonderful for listening to your kids and being helpful even though it's something you didn't intend to do. 💖
You are amazing, so many kids that don’t have fathers have so many question with simple things in life they don’t know how to do. Please please please keep these videos up!!!!
It really feels like you are talking right in front me while doing that.
Thank you for doing what you do helping the less fortunate people
This man deserves 3 million for helping everyone. :)
Where was this man when i was 13... he would helped me a lot
Hi Dad, I hope you're having a good day, and a good week. :)
Hey man I just saw someone do a Tiktok video about your YT channel,I came to subscribe cus you deserve all the love,thank you
i’ve been wanting to learn how to do this for so long now and i finally did :) thank you dad ❤️
I never had a Dad to teach me anything,so this page means alot to me. So thank you 😁♡
Hi Dad, i was looking forward to have this kind of bond again, u teaching me to fix things or build one even if it’s for “boys only”, but I know you are in a happy and peaceful place now. I love u
Glad you're here Yzabelle! It's definitely not for boys only! 🙏😊
he’s so pure I love it😭💕
My husband is always working and I had to find this video to learn how to change my oil. ❤️❤️❤️
Hi I just wanted to say thank you for showing everyone this it’s nice and very helpful if you ever have kids you’ll be a great father
Bro keep doing what you’re doing you have impacted so many different people it’s insane much respect to you
Great job! I don't get how people thumbs down a person who is so helpful and kind!.? Cold hearted.
I don't even need this channel and I'm subscribed. It's so wholesome and needs more exposure so the people who need this channel can find it. 💜
This channel is so lovely. I lost the chance for a relationship with my father due to his lifelong alcoholism, and it means a lot; having somewhere to go that fills that paternal void.
Would you ever consider doing a video on how to prep a room for painting? Like what you need to do to the walls before putting paint down and how to tape off trim so that it doesn’t get paint on it and stuff? I totally understand if that’s too big of a project, but I thought I’d ask! Thank you so much for what you do.
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I hope our Dad gets to your request but with over 2 million kids he probably can’t even see all his comments. Having lived with a painter for years I do know that the actual putting the paint on is nowhere near as important as the preparation. Getting everything ready is key. Have dropcloths to avoid dripping on the floor. Don’t overload the brush or the roller. Two thin layers is better than one thick one. Good luck and have fun!
@@sharong8511@Static - And use a quality painters type tape ( they often are blue or green) to mask off window , door and floor trim , remove light switch and outlet plates to make the job even more professional !
Just here to tell you how grateful we we are for you and thank you for this. Love you, Dad 😭😄
I appreciate the “they might try to getcha…” because I’m a woman with chronic fatigue and sometimes I have bad brain fog and can’t have the time or energy to do all the research about learning about cars AND ALL THE RESEARCH TO KNOW HOW NOT TO GET TAKEN OF FINANCIALLY BASED ON MY PERCEIVED GENDER. :) because he’s looking out for our wallets too :-) but also I don’t have time or energy to teach myself how to do it and learn everything a mechanic knows so that way I don’t need a second opinion I cannot afford (also energy wise because some days I cannot drive)
Oh my god I’m crying- this man is the most amazing person in the whole world thank you so much for doing this
I work at an automotive shop and it’s my job to be that person who tells you what your car needs when you go in for an oil change 😅 I know there are some shops that will try to sell you unnecessary things, but for the most part we are simply letting you know the health of your vehicle. The multipoint inspection is included with most oil changes, the technician takes the extra 15 minutes or so to look over your car and let you know if it does need something taken care of. I recommend finding a shop that your trust or a service advisor who you trust and who will explain things throughly and not just try to up-sell. Or do it yourself 😊 I’ve been doing my own maintenance for a couple years now and if I can do it then anyone can 😆 Btw I love these videos
Thank you man, I wish my father was here
Best Dad Ever your not even sarcastic you are straight forward and trying to help us
Your channel makes me cry thanks for helping out others God Bless
This channel is the greatest thing I've ever seen. Thank for your work👌
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Thank u this is rlly kind my dad passed away when I was 2 years old
At a dealership today my oil change would’ve been $109. At a Jiffy Lube/Take 5 type place even taking my own filter and oil, everything still came out to $100. I’m in Texas. I needed this video lol. It is so hard to live in this day and age…
I’m going to be doing several car related videos on things you should be able to do yourself. 👍🏻
Thank you Dad, I had trouble knowing how to change my oil, no one really wanted to teach my right, so Thank you ❤
The sparking scares me but you made me feel more confident. I can do this!
Thank you Dad.
Oh thank God this is the one I really needed. Dad, you're a legend.
Are you from Australia?
@@JuanCastillo-yi4sc Texas, which some have called the Australia of the US so maybe?
Jones lol nah it’s just my bestfriend from Australia always calls me legend
Thanks, we love you dad 💖
Hey man head about your Chanel i am 15 and my dad left with 8 and i thank god for your work your a truly good man please go ahead and do the most needed work