Best tool I've found so far to remove oil filter PICS - Toyota Yaris Forums

auxmike · 11-17-2008, 08:41 PM

The black steel cap one from PepBoys is awful and hops a lot. The Channel Locks work, but there's not really enough room in that area so you have to tilt the pliers down and that makes it real hard to get a good solid grip. The AST is an all aluminum casting and fits like a glove!

Thirty-Nine · 11-17-2008, 09:04 PM

I've got something very similar. It's plastic and fits a standard socket wrench. Works like a charm.

stran · 11-18-2008, 04:13 PM

i use the walmart oil filter wrench and that works fine. it's the same design except plastic and costs $2.

slvryaris · 11-19-2008, 03:19 PM

I used one of these last time. I guess the torque spec on the filter is like screw on till it hits the top and then a 3/4 turn. The specs are in the service manual Thomas provided on here.

ROCKLAND TOYOTA · 11-19-2008, 03:25 PM

nice to see it fits the newer cartridge ones as well.....

bdc87 · 11-19-2008, 06:24 PM

I use K&N filters it has a "nut" built in so it can be directly removed with a wrench.

ToddR · 11-19-2008, 07:12 PM

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Originally Posted by bdc87

I use K&N filters it has a "nut" built in so it can be directly removed with a wrench.

+1

TheSilkySmooth · 11-21-2008, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by auxmike

The black steel cap one from PepBoys is awful and hops a lot. The Channel Locks work, but there's not really enough room in that area so you have to tilt the pliers down and that makes it real hard to get a good solid grip. The AST is an all aluminum casting and fits like a glove!

I have plastic unit for a couple bucks for doing my sister's car, How much is this piece? Would be C-O-L-D in winter!

TheSilkySmooth · 11-21-2008, 12:29 PM

BTW any one find a good source for drain plug washers like under 25c each? No way I'm paying dealer a 1 euro for a penny washer. Can you use brass from the hardware store? and are they 12 or 14 mm? Sorry for all the questions.

auxmike · 11-21-2008, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by TheSilkySmooth

I have plastic unit for a couple bucks for doing my sister's car, How much is this piece? Would be C-O-L-D in winter!

About $20USD.

auxmike · 11-21-2008, 06:19 PM

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Originally Posted by TheSilkySmooth

BTW any one find a good source for drain plug washers like under 25c each? No way I'm paying dealer a 1 euro for a penny washer. Can you use brass from the hardware store? and are they 12 or 14 mm? Sorry for all the questions.

I splurged and bought 10 washers for $10 from the dealer.
Penny wise and Pound foolish can cost you a lot in the end.....

Nexus1155 · 11-21-2008, 06:25 PM

?????????? you know they sell this auto tightening chain wrench where you attach the links on the oil filter and then crank it... works on every one of our cars even when it is stuck on...

pdarnell · 11-21-2008, 09:49 PM

Thanks for the info auxmike, I just ordered one from flatratetools.com for $14.00 and free shipping. I hope it works, changing the yaris filter has really been a pain in the as*.

PMD

nemelek · 11-22-2008, 07:00 AM

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Originally Posted by slvryaris

I used one of these last time. I guess the torque spec on the filter is like screw on till it hits the top and then a 3/4 turn. The specs are in the service manual Thomas provided on here.

The factory oil filter had more torque than 3/4 turn. I have found that 3/4 to 1 turn works well and I am able to remove the old filter by hand.

Sodium Duck · 11-22-2008, 08:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Nexus1155

?????????? you know they sell this auto tightening chain wrench where you attach the links on the oil filter and then crank it... works on every one of our cars even when it is stuck on...

Interesting, never seen that before.

earljail · 11-22-2008, 04:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheSilkySmooth

BTW any one find a good source for drain plug washers like under 25c each? No way I'm paying dealer a 1 euro for a penny washer. Can you use brass from the hardware store? and are they 12 or 14 mm? Sorry for all the questions.

Well, they are "crush" washers, so they are special. If you want to be cheap, just reuse them. I do replace it each time on my Yaris, but I didn't used to with the other cars I've had.

gid · 11-22-2008, 06:46 PM

I use the black socket for changes . Take some sticky back felt and put on the inside edges of oil filter socket to help slide on and off the oil filter . That way shouldn't need to use claws of hammer to get stuck socket off of oil filter which can damage it . Once is on , I'll tighten by hand and then turn oil filter with socket about 3/4 of a turn . Last , I pour 4 ounces of oil into new filter before reinstalling . The TOYO ( Denso ) oil filters already have a lubricant ( looks like vaseline ) on gasket . A good thing , no oily fingers .

Shroomster · 11-23-2008, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Sodium Duck

Interesting, never seen that before.

just add little cutting wheels to the chain links and you have exhaust pipe cutters!!!

11-17-2008, 09:04 PM	#2
Thirty-Nine Small cars are a big deal View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Yaris Liftback Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 3,144	I've got something very similar. It's plastic and fits a standard socket wrench. Works like a charm. __________________ Subcompact Culture: The Small car blog

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