Oil Change
Shop Cost
$75
DIY Parts
$30
You Save
$45
🔧 Torque Spec: Drain plug: 25-30 ft-lbs
Tools Required (6)
Oil filter wrench
Drain pan
Socket set (14-17mm)
Funnel
Jack & jack stands
Torque wrench
Parts & Consumables
Engine oilOil filterCrush washer
Pro Tip Warm engine briefly. Torque drain plug to spec.
🚗 Vehicle-Specific Notes
Honda
17mm drain plug. Cartridge filter on top (Civic/Accord). 0W-20 oil.
Extra tools: 64mm oil filter cap wrench
Toyota
14mm drain plug. Cartridge filter underneath. 0W-20 oil.
Extra tools: 64mm oil filter cap wrench
Subaru
Top-mount cartridge filter, no need to go under car. 17mm drain. 0W-20.
Extra tools: 74mm oil filter wrench
BMW
Cartridge filter on top. Aluminum crush washer is single-use. 0W-30.
Extra tools: 36mm filter cap wrench
Ford F-150
Bottom-mount spin-on filter. 15mm drain plug. 5W-30 or 5W-20.
Chevrolet
13mm drain plug. Spin-on filter. 5W-30 (trucks), 0W-20 (cars).
Jeep Wrangler
Bottom spin-on filter, tight clearance. 13mm drain. 5W-20.
Volkswagen
Cartridge filter on top. 32mm cap. Use VW 502/504 spec oil.
Extra tools: 32mm oil filter cap wrench
Hyundai
14mm drain plug. Spin-on filter. 5W-20 or 5W-30 depending on engine.
Nissan
14mm drain plug. Spin-on filter. Many use 0W-20 now.