excellent ;) just two notes. 1. - try to not use metal hook/bodkin for removal orings - use plastic or just remove with hand. 2. - lube the oring before installation on filter bowl and afte also.
Great VIdeo!! I don't own any Porsche, however I certainly would change my own oil if I did! I heard it costs hundreds at the dealer? After working at a garage when I was a teen, the things I've seen... I do everything myself that I can. I personally only change a crush washer if I were to see a drop between oil changes in my parking spot. However, it never hurts to change it like you did. The access hole is a very good solution!
Thanks sooo much for the comment! Really appreciate it. That access panel saves me so much time and I’m more likely to do it more often with it. Maybe every 5k miles. That oil change cost me around $75. The dealer by me wants $500. I’m sure they do more as far as inspecting the whole vehicle, but I try my best.
Good simple video, thanks - reminder to lock your height controls before going under (it’s in the manual), and you will need an ODBII tool that can reset your service interval. That port hole on the engine tray is genius!
Thanks for the feedback. Really appreciate it. I have the iCarsoft CR Pro + for when the interval lights come on. Hopefully it does the trick. So when you say to lock the height, is that the same button that you hold for 10 seconds that turns off the air suspension if you need to jack up the car?
Actually, not bad at all. Pretty neat and clean. Bought this tool on Amazon so my hands don't get dirty when removing the drain bolt. www.amazon.com/dp/B07RW9HL51/ref=sspa_dk_detail_0?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B07RW9HL51&pd_rd_w=tVlvb&content-id=amzn1.sym.386c274b-4bfe-4421-9052-a1a56db557ab&pf_rd_p=386c274b-4bfe-4421-9052-a1a56db557ab&pf_rd_r=VRYXXC1RH0WFVYQG8YKS&pd_rd_wg=A16sC&pd_rd_r=bff819a1-3b81-4093-81f1-3da2053bd019&s=automotive&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9kZXRhaWxfdGhlbWF0aWM
Thanks Mike. I have the same car and just completed the oil change yesterday. Do you know if you can reset the oil service interval at any time? It does not have to say servoce car right? I am ordering the icarsoft. I did the change with 5000 miles left according to the car. It was so easy. The dealer quoted over $600 for an oil change!
Hi. You can go in and reset the oil service interval at any time. The icarsoft will ask for the date you performed the oil change and it will push the next "oil" service interval out by 1 year or 10,000 miles. I do it at least 2x per year or every 5k miles so my light never comes on for oil.
@michaelsantino2023 ok sounds good. I had bought an innova brand but it did not work. I have the icarsoft coming tomorrow. Thanks again. The oil change was so easy. The off road mode with air suspension gives you just enough room to get under the car.
Love the video. Very detailed and efficient. Maybe dumb question. How did you plot the exact location for you easy access hole prior to cutting it out. Thank you for your time and effort.
So the way I marked the location was by taking the front screws of the panel off. It was enough for the panel to bend down a little and I could see the oil drain plug and get my hand in there to mark the location with a red pencil.
Michael, thanks. Do you know if we void our factory warranty by changing our own oil? I thought I would video proof and date in case of problem. Subscribed and look forward to other content .
@@tomorrow41 Hi David, So from what I have read online, you have to use the exact oil specifications as per the owner’s manual. I also save my receipts for the purchase of the oil, oil filter and washer. I have an excel spreadsheet where I date and list any work done to the car. I think there is also a place in the owner’s manual to do this too. Technically the dealers are supposed to stamp your owner’s manual when they do work, but they never do it because they have it in their computers. In my opinion documentation and receipts are key, but I have never run into any problem’s luckily. I like your idea of videoing it though. I think Porsche’s warranty is only 4 years.
I bought the iCarsoft CR Pro+. I know they are expensive, but I can use it on multiple cars. Here is a link to the one I went with. It's good for Porsche, BMW, Mercedes, Audi...and many more. Even Ferrari's! Lol. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BHZL5CB6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_image?ie=UTF8&psc=1
you know whats so much easier then this? buying my own oil and filter and paying jiffy lube $40, they even discard of the used oil :). I usually just use my credit card reward points for a jiffylube gift card voila, cheap oil changes and i dont have to leave the drivers seat and i get to use my motul. I could never understand why people change their own oil, you still have to drive the oil to be discarded, what a mess! not evn worth it especially considering 10k oil change intervals
Thanks for the feedback. I understand your point, but for me it’s nice to get my hands dirty once in awhile. Good mental therapy, especially for me who sits behind a desk most of the time.
![Porsche Macan S Oil Change [2.9L V6]](/img/n.gif)
Love it, nice and meticulous. You should upload other Macan DIYs
Thanks for the great video Mike. I love the access door too for easier servicing.
Great video! will be changing the oil in my 2023 S with the 2.9L engine soon.
excellent ;) just two notes.
1. - try to not use metal hook/bodkin for removal orings - use plastic or just remove with hand.
2. - lube the oring before installation on filter bowl and afte also.
Thanks for the feedback and the 2 tips. Will definitely start doing that on future oil changes. Appreciate it.
Great VIdeo!! I don't own any Porsche, however I certainly would change my own oil if I did! I heard it costs hundreds at the dealer? After working at a garage when I was a teen, the things I've seen... I do everything myself that I can. I personally only change a crush washer if I were to see a drop between oil changes in my parking spot. However, it never hurts to change it like you did. The access hole is a very good solution!
Thanks sooo much for the comment! Really appreciate it. That access panel saves me so much time and I’m more likely to do it more often with it. Maybe every 5k miles. That oil change cost me around $75. The dealer by me wants $500. I’m sure they do more as far as inspecting the whole vehicle, but I try my best.
Give you have the diy drain plug access door, you should install a stahlbus drain plug and REALLY make things simple and clean.
I keep going back and forth if I should keep the OEM or go with Stahlbus or Valvomax
@@michaelsantino2023 I ran the stahlbus on my 15 turbo and run it on my 2018 tt-rs and I love it. Won't NOT run it ever again.
Good simple video, thanks - reminder to lock your height controls before going under (it’s in the manual), and you will need an ODBII tool that can reset your service interval. That port hole on the engine tray is genius!
Thanks for the feedback. Really appreciate it. I have the iCarsoft CR Pro + for when the interval lights come on. Hopefully it does the trick. So when you say to lock the height, is that the same button that you hold for 10 seconds that turns off the air suspension if you need to jack up the car?
@@michaelsantino2023 correct!
Excellent content and really helpful. Thanks so much!
Watching this video just save me 250$ thank you
Drain plug access door.... nice... but my guess is it gets a bit messy getting that t45 bolt (which faces straight down) off. 😉
Actually, not bad at all. Pretty neat and clean. Bought this tool on Amazon so my hands don't get dirty when removing the drain bolt.
www.amazon.com/dp/B07RW9HL51/ref=sspa_dk_detail_0?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B07RW9HL51&pd_rd_w=tVlvb&content-id=amzn1.sym.386c274b-4bfe-4421-9052-a1a56db557ab&pf_rd_p=386c274b-4bfe-4421-9052-a1a56db557ab&pf_rd_r=VRYXXC1RH0WFVYQG8YKS&pd_rd_wg=A16sC&pd_rd_r=bff819a1-3b81-4093-81f1-3da2053bd019&s=automotive&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9kZXRhaWxfdGhlbWF0aWM
Thanks, Michael.
Excellent vid! Clean, easy, and classy. Where did you get that awesome funnel? Thx Michael.
Thanks for the feedback! I really appreciate it. I got that funnel at Harbor Freight.
www.harborfreight.com/master-oil-funnel-filling-kit-56892.html
This one is great also
Lisle 19612 Multi-Application Oil Funnel (19912) Green a.co/d/1Uiz6Pg
Thanks Mike. I have the same car and just completed the oil change yesterday. Do you know if you can reset the oil service interval at any time? It does not have to say servoce car right? I am ordering the icarsoft. I did the change with 5000 miles left according to the car. It was so easy. The dealer quoted over $600 for an oil change!
Hi. You can go in and reset the oil service interval at any time. The icarsoft will ask for the date you performed the oil change and it will push the next "oil" service interval out by 1 year or 10,000 miles. I do it at least 2x per year or every 5k miles so my light never comes on for oil.
@michaelsantino2023 ok sounds good. I had bought an innova brand but it did not work. I have the icarsoft coming tomorrow. Thanks again. The oil change was so easy. The off road mode with air suspension gives you just enough room to get under the car.
i was quoted 559.00 for my 24 macan GTS....INSANE. ordered the LIQU Molly and all the parts needed for $120
Glad your using mobile 1
May be 5w30 would be better? What do you think about?
Love the video. Very detailed and efficient. Maybe dumb question. How did you plot the exact location for you easy access hole prior to cutting it out. Thank you for your time and effort.
Lol, I see your video on this. Your the man..
So the way I marked the location was by taking the front screws of the panel off. It was enough for the panel to bend down a little and I could see the oil drain plug and get my hand in there to mark the location with a red pencil.
Michael, thanks. Do you know if we void our factory warranty by changing our own oil? I thought I would video proof and date in case of problem. Subscribed and look forward to other content .
@@tomorrow41 Hi David, So from what I have read online, you have to use the exact oil specifications as per the owner’s manual. I also save my receipts for the purchase of the oil, oil filter and washer. I have an excel spreadsheet where I date and list any work done to the car. I think there is also a place in the owner’s manual to do this too. Technically the dealers are supposed to stamp your owner’s manual when they do work, but they never do it because they have it in their computers. In my opinion documentation and receipts are key, but I have never run into any problem’s luckily. I like your idea of videoing it though. I think Porsche’s warranty is only 4 years.
Good job Thanks.
Thanks for posting. What is the brand and/or model of the funnel kit you used? Where can I purchase?
www.harborfreight.com/master-oil-funnel-filling-kit-56892.html
@@michaelsantino2023 🙏
Great video..where did you buy that drain plug access port ? Thanks, Tom
Thanks so much. Here is the link:
www.etrailer.com/RV_Access_Doors/JR_Products/37210-31015.html
Thank you, Mike
How do I turn off the notification that says “oil change”?
Thank you
Hi. I have an iCarsoft computer that I use to turn the service light off.
Hey Michael can you send me the brand of your rims and tire specs? I'm looking to change up my wheels on my Macan GTS. Thanks for the video.
So they are 20 inch rims. Tires are Michelin Latitude Tour HP 295/40. This is exactly what came with the car when I purchased it.
@@michaelsantino2023 Thanks Michael!
thought he meant the BMW ones lol
what's the parts list you used to do this?
All this “hard” work costs $600 at the dealer lol
So much for cleaning the sand off the oil cap... ahh sand in your motor... probably won't matter right!
How do you cancel the service reminder??
I bought the iCarsoft CR Pro+. I know they are expensive, but I can use it on multiple cars. Here is a link to the one I went with. It's good for Porsche, BMW, Mercedes, Audi...and many more. Even Ferrari's! Lol.
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BHZL5CB6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_image?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I feel like I'm listening to a bit on NPR lol
Lol ! I know. If it wasn’t for the beeping of the torque wrench, it can put you to sleep. Thanks for watching.
you know whats so much easier then this? buying my own oil and filter and paying jiffy lube $40, they even discard of the used oil :). I usually just use my credit card reward points for a jiffylube gift card voila, cheap oil changes and i dont have to leave the drivers seat and i get to use my motul. I could never understand why people change their own oil, you still have to drive the oil to be discarded, what a mess! not evn worth it especially considering 10k oil change intervals
Thanks for the feedback. I understand your point, but for me it’s nice to get my hands dirty once in awhile. Good mental therapy, especially for me who sits behind a desk most of the time.
@@michaelsantino2023 "Mental Therapy and getting my hands dirty" is something I enjoy too! Thanks Michael.