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Originally Posted by frank29
I change mine. With the exception of the easily removed cover, the job is exactly like any other I have done. There's not too much learning involved (unless one has never done this sort of thing before).
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If you do it yourself, when you buy the filter get yourself a socket-type wrench to fit the filter. Once you have the plastic cover removed you will find the filter is oriented straight up. Simply put the filter socket on a 6" or so extension on a ratchet socket wrench and unscrew it. All the factory-installed torque in the world can not resist. Spread clean engine oil around on the new filter's gasket with your finger. Start the new filter on by hand, then use the socket and ratchet to spin it up. DO NOT OVER-TORQUE when you install the new filter. Follow directions on the box: generally 1/2 to 3/4 turn of the filter after finger tight. After draining and re-filling the crankcase, start the engine and check for leaks at the filter.
