What oil filter does a 2008 Dodge Avenger use?
Dodge Avenger SE / SXT 2.4L 2008, Extended Performance Oil Filter by Mobil 1®. Mobil 1 Extended Performance Oil Filters offer the ultimate protection for your engine, especially when used with Mobil 1 full synthetic motor oil.
Where is the oil filter on a 2008?
The oil filter is located under the hood, on the right side of the engine. You will use a proper socket and wrench to loosen and remove the oil filter canister. Take out the old filter from the filter cap. Remove the old O-ring from the filter cap and replace with the new one.
What happens if you change the oil but not the filter?
If you’re not changing your oil filter, unfiltered oil will start flowing toward your engine, full of dirt and particulates. In the long run, this might make your engine rupture or fault. Replacing oil filters are much cheaper than replacing a broken engine, after all.
Do you put oil in the oil filter before putting it on?
An age-old question is whether or not you should pre-fill your new oil filter before installing it in your vehicle. Instead of pre-filling the filter, we recommend first applying a little motor oil to the gasket and then replacing the filter. The motor oil will prevent the gasket from sticking or causing an oil leak.
Can you change the oil filter without draining the oil?
Yes, you can absolutely change your oil filter without emptying the oil. The placement of the oil is actually untouched by a filter change. If any oil comes out, it is only what is trapped beyond your anti-drainback gasket inside the filter.
How much oil do I put in my oil filter?
After the drain plug is replaced and the new filter installed, use a clean funnel to fill your car with new oil. Consult your owner’s manual to find out the correct viscosity and volume you should pour in, but most cars take 4–6 liters.
How long does oil filter last?
Every vehicle is different, but many manufacturers recommend intervals of 7,500 miles or more. Your vehicle’s owner’s manual will give recommendations on how often to change your oil and filter. Your driving habits can also have an impact on how often you perform an oil change.
How much does it cost to tighten an oil filter?
When installing the oil filter, you should slowly screw it in with your hand. Make sure the filter turns in cleanly to avoid damaging the filter. When the filter has been completely screwed in, give it one quarter turn. This allows the filter to fit securely without being too tight.
Can over tightening oil filter cause leak?
Besides making it difficult to remove when replacing the oil filter, over-tightening can crush the filter gasket, causing it to leak. When not properly tightened, any vehicle part designed to seal against a leak will loosen from normal engine or driving vibrations and cause leaks.
What happens if you over tighten oil drain plug?
If you over-tighten the drain plug, you can strip the threads. And while it’s harder to do, you can damage the rubber gasket atop the oil filter if you really overtighten it. Most likely, though, it’s just going to make it really difficult for the next guy to remove the plug and filter.
Does oil drain plug need torque?
Most vehicles are equipped with a basic oil pan, and the basic oil drain bolt will require a little bit more torque. Torque the oil drain plug to 25 to 30 foot-pounds.
What do I do if my oil drain plug is too tight?
You’ll need to spray penetrating oil on the oil plug and leave it to sit for several hours. Then you can take a small hammer and tap counterclockwise to ensure that you are loosening the plug.
Can you use wd40 on oil drain plug?
FYI WD-40 doesn’t break things loose. Olive Oil will do as good a job as WD-40….you need a good penetrating oil product like PB Blaster.
How do you change oil without drain plug?
If you really want to change your oil without pulling the plug out of the oil pan there is a tool for that. It’s called a Topsider (Amazon Link). It works by shoving a hose down the dipstick tube and vacuuming the oil out.