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04-27-2007, 06:46 AM | #19 |
use filter wrench to remove filter and use my own hand to install new filter. This will eliminate loose thread for the filter.
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04-27-2007, 12:28 PM | #21 |
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I am so weird that I actually a torque wrench with my filter end cap tool. Having said that I must also say that a few different vehicles I owned had filters tough to remove even after using proper torque. It almost seems like a couple of different engine designs might create a suction with there modest oil pressure drawing the filters tighter after installation? I have no evidence of this, but was just throwing it out there for discussion.
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04-27-2007, 04:46 PM | #22 |
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You can always switch to K&N filters: http://www.knfilters.com/oilfilter.htm
... and never use a filter wrench again. A 17mm one will do just fine.
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04-28-2007, 10:39 AM | #23 |
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Ive used the K&N filters since the beginning. They claim to be good for 2 oil changes but I replace it every 5000 miles. Cost 2-4 times more than normal cheapo filters though. $11-$13 depending where I buy them. A nice 3/4" socket wrench with a long extension and a 1" socket makes for some quick easy oil changes.
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04-29-2007, 07:40 PM | #24 |
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I bought the endcap wrench at wally world. $2.96. I tried using the hand method first because I can remove all my cars' filters by hand except the factory installed ones which is a b&tch to remove.
has anyone noticed that the made in 10003 japan filter which was installed in the factory looks far superior than the yzzf2 made in thailand filter you buy at the stealership? what gives? it looks like the japanese ones have a different media suspended by a plastic fastener. very well constructed while ours over here looks like the supertec ones at walmart. not worth the $5.99 i got it for.
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I really like the quality of WIX filters and use them for most every application including the YARIS. My favorite oil is by far AMSOIL synthetic. |
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04-29-2007, 08:48 PM | #26 |
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im just starting to get convinced on this amsoil stuff. i have used mobil 1 for as long as i can remember. im actually considering it because of the longer oil change interval which is good for my sister's 4runner. how much amsoil do you usually stock up? im thinking of getting the 4-1 gallon containers for my yaris, evo and 4runner. that should be good for at least half a year. what's the difference between the wix and the amsoil filter?
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I personally think the Amsoil filter is better then the WIX, but I am not going to leave a filter on long enough to justify the expense of the Amsoil filter. If you just swap the filter 2X a year (aprox 7,000) miles and top of the Amsoil you go easly go the average 15,000 miles driven each year with one oil change. Just because it looks dirty does not mean that it is not working properly. |
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04-29-2007, 10:09 PM | #28 |
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This is what I use, works like a charm. Put the new one on by hand.
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04-30-2007, 06:19 AM | #29 |
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I had one free oil change from the dealer when I got my yaris they either didn't change the filter or they put it on real tight never had a dealer put one on that tight before pretty sure they did change it .It was a F1 don't think they come from the factory like that.I use the F2's like you are supposed too
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04-30-2007, 07:04 AM | #30 |
The Toyota filter says to tighten it 3/4 turn after gasket contact with the "dedicated tool", whatever that is. I use an end cap type.
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04-30-2007, 07:37 AM | #31 |
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The "dedicated tool" pictured in the service manual looks like an end cape type with T handle extension. Of course with out the car being on a lift that approach would be tough to use.
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wait a min isnt the oil filter like on the side right below that thing that says caution hot... i have not looked for it on the yaris yet im acually going to after i post this cause im going out but yeah if it is how the hell do you change ur oil with out getting any on the engine?
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heh i saw it im an idiot... i thought it was a diff engine.... its in the best place ever lol
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05-25-2007, 07:19 AM | #35 |
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Come on, you can't get your oil filter off?! Use you imagination! I understand when doing your first oil filter change. YES, they are on tight right from the factory. What the dealership or some fast oil place does is different too. IF YOU are doing the oil filter change yourself, the correct way is once the gasket makes contact, turn 1/4 more of a turn....THAT'S IT! Your all done. When YOU do your next oil/filter change there should be no at all. IF YOU cannot master this by your third (even your second) oil change, then you shouldn't even be doing an oil change. Let the dealership or other fast oil places do it for you then continue . All the above is just my opinion or suggestion (one part is FACT).
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Stock toyota filter no. 90915-yzzf2 bought an when I went to change it
Filter no. installed by dealer is 90915-yzz1 and its longer/easier to grab and remove. Called parts an they said if it worked its was fine. Next oil change I'm going back to the ...z1 |
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