DIY oil change
12-11-14, 12:41 PM
#1
Pole Position
Thread Starter
DIY oil change
I have searched here and on you tube with no luck. Is the oil change in the 13 ES350 difficult? Just making sure I have all the tools, ect before I start, thanks
12-11-14, 02:05 PM
#2
Lead Lap
There are several threads regarding doing your own oil change on the ES350. Here's one:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/es3...il-change.html
The filter takes a cartridge - not a spin-on filter. Some people use a special Toyota tool to remove the cartridge housing which is not necessary. I simply use an oil filter wrench to loosen the housing, wait until the oil drains, remove the housing (take it off the car)and replace the cartridge inside along with the "O" ring. Replace the housing (spin it on) after lubricating the "O" ring with clean oil, fill the reservoir 6+ quarts and you're finished. Takes about 15 minutes and costs less than $40. using full synthetic oil and a new cartridge. I think that Lexus charges about $75 - 80. but a Toyota dealer will do it for around $50-55.
Good Luck - PhillyPD
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/es3...il-change.html
The filter takes a cartridge - not a spin-on filter. Some people use a special Toyota tool to remove the cartridge housing which is not necessary. I simply use an oil filter wrench to loosen the housing, wait until the oil drains, remove the housing (take it off the car)and replace the cartridge inside along with the "O" ring. Replace the housing (spin it on) after lubricating the "O" ring with clean oil, fill the reservoir 6+ quarts and you're finished. Takes about 15 minutes and costs less than $40. using full synthetic oil and a new cartridge. I think that Lexus charges about $75 - 80. but a Toyota dealer will do it for around $50-55.
Good Luck - PhillyPD
Last edited by bc6152; 12-11-14 at 02:14 PM.
12-11-14, 06:27 PM
#3
Pole Position
Thread Starter
There are several threads regarding doing your own oil change on the ES350. Here's one:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/es3...il-change.html
The filter takes a cartridge - not a spin-on filter. Some people use a special Toyota tool to remove the cartridge housing which is not necessary. I simply use an oil filter wrench to loosen the housing, wait until the oil drains, remove the housing (take it off the car)and replace the cartridge inside along with the "O" ring. Replace the housing (spin it on) after lubricating the "O" ring with clean oil, fill the reservoir 6+ quarts and you're finished. Takes about 15 minutes and costs less than $40. using full synthetic oil and a new cartridge. I think that Lexus charges about $75 - 80. but a Toyota dealer will do it for around $50-55.
Good Luck - PhillyPD
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/es3...il-change.html
The filter takes a cartridge - not a spin-on filter. Some people use a special Toyota tool to remove the cartridge housing which is not necessary. I simply use an oil filter wrench to loosen the housing, wait until the oil drains, remove the housing (take it off the car)and replace the cartridge inside along with the "O" ring. Replace the housing (spin it on) after lubricating the "O" ring with clean oil, fill the reservoir 6+ quarts and you're finished. Takes about 15 minutes and costs less than $40. using full synthetic oil and a new cartridge. I think that Lexus charges about $75 - 80. but a Toyota dealer will do it for around $50-55.
Good Luck - PhillyPD
12-12-14, 06:09 AM
#4
I was just barely able to reach the drain plug from the front without jacking up the car. Long arms are a plus for this project. The plug faces the rear so you cant see it from the front. I think it takes a 14mm wrench.
If you search youtube for Toyota V6 oil changes they are the same a a Lexus.
If you search youtube for Toyota V6 oil changes they are the same a a Lexus.
Last edited by Nelexus88; 12-12-14 at 06:16 AM.
12-12-14, 07:03 AM
#5
Lead Lap
I had ramps for a previous car that wouldn't work with my '66 Corvette. I wound up buying ramps designed for low front end clearance vehicles - that also work for the Lexus. They are carbon fiber and light to carry. BTW if you do use ramps the oil reservoir plug is very easy to find and remove.
Nelexus is correct - 14mm socket. There are no shields to remove.
Nelexus is correct - 14mm socket. There are no shields to remove.
Last edited by bc6152; 12-12-14 at 07:09 AM.
12-12-14, 08:34 AM
#6
I was just barely able to reach the drain plug from the front without jacking up the car. Long arms are a plus for this project. The plug faces the rear so you cant see it from the front. I think it takes a 14mm wrench.
If you search youtube for Toyota V6 oil changes they are the same a a Lexus.
If you search youtube for Toyota V6 oil changes they are the same a a Lexus.
Last edited by sderman; 12-12-14 at 08:34 AM. Reason: typo
12-12-14, 09:39 AM
#7
Lead Lap
Years ago I created what is basically a 1.5" ramp using 2 pieces of 3/4 plywood. It gave just enough height to get at the drain pan plug and oil filter on my 07 RX and my 07 ES. I just traded in the 07ES for a 14ES350 and based on the above comment it appears my homemade ramps will most likely provide enough lift for the new ES.
It was 3 levels. Great idea.
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12-12-14, 10:00 AM
#8
BTW, for each "ramp" I used a 12X36 and a 12X48 piece of plywood to give a gentle step. Bonded them together with something like Gorilla Glue and some screws to hold the pieces tight. Can obviously go with 3 pieces for a little extra height but 2 is enough and not too heavy. I also have a set of unused plastic ramps but have always been afraid of their more aggressive angle (having one ramp slide forward).
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