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Discussion in 'Technical Q&A' started by maurice70, Aug 21, 2004.

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  1. maurice70

    maurice70 F1 Rookie

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    #1 maurice70, Aug 21, 2004
    When doing a oil change on a 308,is there a way of removing the oil filter without making a mess?The last time I did it oil poured out and I made a big mess.Any tricks to doing this a cleaner way?
     
  2. TOM B

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    #2 TOM B, Aug 21, 2004
    Maurice,
    Before removing the filter, punch a small hole in the top with a nail or any sharp, pointed instrument. This will release the pressure and allow the oil in the filter to drain out,
     
  3. Doc

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    #3 Doc, Aug 21, 2004
    Another possible way to avoid this is to remove the filter after you've drained the oil and allowed the engine to cool off totally . I usually drain the oil when hot, then allow it to drain all night. The next day, I remove the filter. This is a bit of overkill, but what the heck. I've never had a drop of oil spill out of the filter this way.
     
  4. Lawrence Coppari

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    #4 Lawrence Coppari, Aug 21, 2004
    The key is 'punch'. Not to insult your intelligence, but never drill a hole in the filter. Punching leaves no bits of metal. It merely tears the metal.
     
  5. enjoythemusic

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    #5 enjoythemusic, Aug 21, 2004
    Agree with DOC here, i drain the fluid when hot and allow it to drip for 30 minutes or more. Then take off the oil filter and she did not drip at all.
     
  6. maurice70

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    #6 maurice70, Aug 21, 2004
    Thanks guys.I knew there had to be an easier way.Ferrarichat saves the day.......................again.
     
  7. f355spider

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    #7 f355spider, Aug 21, 2004
    Strange, but I have never had this problem with my previous 308 or current 328. If the standpipe and anti-drainback valve is working properly, the oil should be contained within the filter.....just have to remember to keep the oil filter vertical....or it WILL spill....ask me how I know! ;)

    I do keep a shop rag or two placed around the base just to catch a possible drop or two during removal.

    Dave
     

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