Who Changes Their Own Oil/Filter?
08-13-17, 05:30 PM
#46
Moderator
I do the maintenance and needed repairs but we are an exception. I do it as I enjoy doing it but that makes us an exception.
Salim
Salim
08-13-17, 05:32 PM
#47
Moderator
Salim
08-13-17, 07:32 PM
#48
Pole Position
Yes, I've done the sucking method for my MB's in the past (only non-AMG models). It worked VERY WELL. As matter of fact someone at the slkworld.com forums did a test and it is the superior way of changing oil in MB's (this method is the OFFICIAL described method in it's service manuals EXCEPT for the MB's AMG models which requires doing draining the TWO bolts at the bottom of the sump pump and the oil pan. I've since sold my MB's except for one remaining AMG model which I drain the oil the old fashioned way by getting under the car. <br /><br />The oil filter UNFORTUNATELY sits at the bottom side of our RCF engine versus on the top as in most (if not all) MB's engines. So you will still have to go under the RCF to get to the oil filter. Since you are under the RCF anyway, might as well do the oil drain bolt.
08-14-17, 03:55 AM
#50
Pole Position
I take my Mobil 1 bought at Walmart and filter bought at Lexus Parts World for $4.50 to my Toyota dealer who charges me $20 labor.
08-14-17, 12:15 PM
#51
Lexus Champion
You'll be swearing up a storm when the plastic tube gets stuck and you can't pull it out. And then more swearing when the oil sprays all over the garage wall as you're trying to pump out used oil from the pump.
Trust me on this.
After some practice, it works great for my Audi, though. I don't have to remove the undercarriage shield or get under the car. Filter is right there on the top. It can be a relatively clean and painless operation.
08-14-17, 12:21 PM
#52
Lexus Champion
Here's my question. I did the 30k Oil change. Problem is, I drained the oil, then went for the filter. I couldn't get that filter housing off. Had a cheaper cup wrench and was afraid that it would round off. I used a 2' breaker bar!! How Fing tight do these guys put these things on?!! I'll order a special tool. In the mean time, I had to put the oil in it to use the car. Later on, can I get away with draining the filter housing and change the filter and only loose what was in the housing or will I loose allot more??
08-14-17, 04:09 PM
#53
Driver School Candidate
Thanks for the replies peeps!!! As for the sucking of oil out, I have to do the on my Sea Doo boat. That was a strange thing to do since we're all use to draining oil. I'll warm up the engine first to get metal a little more "pliable?" Well I think you all know what I mean. Might make it break easier 
08-17-17, 02:06 PM
#54
I wait in anticipation when the miles are getting closer to oil changes...wonder why.
08-18-17, 06:04 AM
#55
Yes, I've done the sucking method for my MB's in the past (only non-AMG models). It worked VERY WELL. As matter of fact someone at the slkworld.com forums did a test and it is the superior way of changing oil in MB's (this method is the OFFICIAL described method in it's service manuals EXCEPT for the MB's AMG models which requires doing draining the TWO bolts at the bottom of the sump pump and the oil pan. I've since sold my MB's except for one remaining AMG model which I drain the oil the old fashioned way by getting under the car. <br /><br />The oil filter UNFORTUNATELY sits at the bottom side of our RCF engine versus on the top as in most (if not all) MB's engines. So you will still have to go under the RCF to get to the oil filter. Since you are under the RCF anyway, might as well do the oil drain bolt.
08-29-17, 07:04 AM
#60
Lexus Champion