Redesigned oil filter-Idiots!
#1
Redesigned oil filter-Idiots!
OK, So I just changed the oil in my new to me GS350. What moron at Toyota thought to redesign the oil filter from a simple spin on unit to this new canister deal? It looks to me like they are simply trying to discourage anyone from changing their own oil.
Amazingly stupid.
Amazingly stupid.
#2
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there is a a great DIY oil change tutorial on this site for the 3GS's. Yes, it's a canister style with removable/replaceable paper filter...but pretty simple procedure really. You may have to buy a special canister lid removal tool and a large socket (24mm) to use with your socket wrench. Both can be picked up on Amazon for pretty cheap. I think I got the non-toyota filter wrench cap for $19 and the socket for $4-6.
#3
there is a a great DIY oil change tutorial on this site for the 3GS's. Yes, it's a canister style with removable/replaceable paper filter...but pretty simple procedure really. You may have to buy a special canister lid removal tool and a large socket (24mm) to use with your socket wrench. Both can be picked up on Amazon for pretty cheap. I think I got the non-toyota filter wrench cap for $19 and the socket for $4-6.
Argggggggggggggggggggggggggggg! There is nothing wrong with a spin off filter.
#4
Thanks, I was able to get it off and changed but the metal flute/tube up the middle puzzled me no end, as the unit came off in pieces. I think I got in back correctly, but I am not sure. I have not been able to find a picture of the canister and how the tube is supposed to fit in there.
Argggggggggggggggggggggggggggg! There is nothing wrong with a spin off filter.
Argggggggggggggggggggggggggggg! There is nothing wrong with a spin off filter.
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