Removing oil filter without draining oil
#1
Advanced
Thread Starter
Removing oil filter without draining oil
Hi,
Is it possible to remove oil filter housing without draining all oil? My filter housing needs to be replaced ( lousy mechanics overtightened filter housing cap and now it can not be removed, I already damaged/scratched filter housing). I bought new one and want to swap it without changing oil (I just put new mobil1). When I remove filter, will all the oil drain?
thanks
Is it possible to remove oil filter housing without draining all oil? My filter housing needs to be replaced ( lousy mechanics overtightened filter housing cap and now it can not be removed, I already damaged/scratched filter housing). I bought new one and want to swap it without changing oil (I just put new mobil1). When I remove filter, will all the oil drain?
thanks
#2
You can do it but later you will have to add 0,5 liters of oil.
The following users liked this post:
isfvss (04-19-17)
#6
#8
the Lisle claw tool is what I needed and bought to remove it. My God, didn't think my first change was going to be a 4 hour ordeal LOL. The "cup" tools just spin in place, and the strap tools don't work due to the space.
#9
Moderator
You need the correct oil filter wrench. It is worth the investment if doing your own oil changes.
There are many aftermarket ones available from many places such as Amzn, That is what I have, I forget which brand. Prices range from $12 - $25.
You want one for the 64mm cartridge-style housing with the 14 flutes to grab the oil filter properly. Outside size is 68mm.
The official one is TOYOTA OIL FILTER WRENCH - Toyota (39564-10944)
There are many aftermarket ones available from many places such as Amzn, That is what I have, I forget which brand. Prices range from $12 - $25.
You want one for the 64mm cartridge-style housing with the 14 flutes to grab the oil filter properly. Outside size is 68mm.
The official one is TOYOTA OIL FILTER WRENCH - Toyota (39564-10944)
The following 2 users liked this post by Clutchless:
Hayk (08-31-21),
Westfallen (04-01-22)
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
alpinefun
ES - 6th Gen (2013-2018)
4
10-09-19 10:58 PM
lilbluu
IS - 2nd Gen (2006-2013)
60
06-01-10 03:44 AM
Scott1258
RX - 1st Gen (1999-2003)
3
07-11-07 05:46 PM