Removal Oil Filter 5.4 2006
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Hello!!!
Just changed my oil yesterday (2006 KR; Castrol 5W20; Wiks filter from a local carquest). I used the old side grip filter wrench to loosen the filter (should have used the end cap style though). I placed a towel directly under the filter to catch the oil that drains from the filter when it becomes loose enough. BIG MISTAKE THOUGH!!! I didn't realize that directly beneath the filter is a molded plastic drain "chute" for the oil from the filter.
On my next change I'll use the correct filter wrench. Loosen the filter and let it drain into an open catch pan until the oil stops coming then reach up and remove the filter. Cleaner Change!!!
Also my position on the ground was lying on my back with my head towards the drivers side wheel. For me that's the best reach.
Regards,
EMoe
Just changed my oil yesterday (2006 KR; Castrol 5W20; Wiks filter from a local carquest). I used the old side grip filter wrench to loosen the filter (should have used the end cap style though). I placed a towel directly under the filter to catch the oil that drains from the filter when it becomes loose enough. BIG MISTAKE THOUGH!!! I didn't realize that directly beneath the filter is a molded plastic drain "chute" for the oil from the filter.
On my next change I'll use the correct filter wrench. Loosen the filter and let it drain into an open catch pan until the oil stops coming then reach up and remove the filter. Cleaner Change!!!
Also my position on the ground was lying on my back with my head towards the drivers side wheel. For me that's the best reach.
Regards,
EMoe
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02-11-2007, 11:15 AM
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Originally Posted by EMoe
Hello!!!
Just changed my oil yesterday (2006 KR; Castrol 5W20; Wiks filter from a local carquest). I used the old side grip filter wrench to loosen the filter (should have used the end cap style though). I placed a towel directly under the filter to catch the oil that drains from the filter when it becomes loose enough. BIG MISTAKE THOUGH!!! I didn't realize that directly beneath the filter is a molded plastic drain "chute" for the oil from the filter.
On my next change I'll use the correct filter wrench. Loosen the filter and let it drain into an open catch pan until the oil stops coming then reach up and remove the filter. Cleaner Change!!!
Also my position on the ground was lying on my back with my head towards the drivers side wheel. For me that's the best reach.
Regards,
EMoe
Just changed my oil yesterday (2006 KR; Castrol 5W20; Wiks filter from a local carquest). I used the old side grip filter wrench to loosen the filter (should have used the end cap style though). I placed a towel directly under the filter to catch the oil that drains from the filter when it becomes loose enough. BIG MISTAKE THOUGH!!! I didn't realize that directly beneath the filter is a molded plastic drain "chute" for the oil from the filter.
On my next change I'll use the correct filter wrench. Loosen the filter and let it drain into an open catch pan until the oil stops coming then reach up and remove the filter. Cleaner Change!!!
Also my position on the ground was lying on my back with my head towards the drivers side wheel. For me that's the best reach.
Regards,
EMoe
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02-11-2007, 07:48 PM
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Originally Posted by Narvous
Help is it better to use castrol insted of Motorcraft will be using 5w30 my truck is a 99, F150 4x4 5.4?
I believe it is best to use what ever you have been using before (conventional, synthetic, or blend) then switch to the higher-mileage stuff at 75 to 100k.
Brand is not as important as type (i.e. conventional is good, syn. blend is better, and full synthetic is best).
No matter what you use, just make sure it has the API seal for gasoline engines.
Joe
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02-11-2007, 09:19 PM
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Originally Posted by Narvous
Motorcraft 5w30 is a blend it is what i have been using that is what my truck calls for i just know a lot use castrol.
- SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil
- SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil
- SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil
- SAE 15W-40 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil
- SAE 10W-30 Super Duty Diesel Motor Oil
- SAE 10W-30 Super Duty Motor Oil
- SAE 10W-30 Premium Motor Oil
- SAE 10W-40 Premium Motor Oil
http://www.motorcraft.com/products.do?item=15
I think the 5w30 super premium is conventional and then they have the 5w30 full synthetic.