2018 5.0L oil change surprise
08-19-2018, 03:32 PM
#21
I wonder if the plastic will be prone to issues because of heat, over time
Last edited by SCORGE; 08-19-2018 at 03:38 PM.
08-19-2018, 04:45 PM
#22
Just a gearhead
08-20-2018, 07:58 AM
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08-20-2018, 08:19 AM
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08-20-2018, 08:35 AM
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08-20-2018, 09:33 AM
#28
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I am physically unable to change my own oil now. I go to the dealer who treats me great. I get the “works” which includes an oil change, tire rotation (which I also can’t do myself), battery load test, and the multi-point inspection which I like because I can’t get under my truck to check on things now. All this for $43 - it would cost me the same for just the oil and filter.
With my ‘09 5.4L it was a simple process. No matter what when I got the oil changed at the dealer it would be a little high on the dipstick for me. Easy enough to suck a little out with the extractor and satisfy my OCD tendency.
But now with this 2.7L I don’t know what to do. I fully expect them to overfill the oil not taking the time required. When I get home I will not be able to suck any oil out.
08-20-2018, 10:21 AM
#29
Just a gearhead
For me this means a lot - not being able to use my oil extractor.
I am physically unable to change my own oil now. I go to the dealer who treats me great. I get the “works” which includes an oil change, tire rotation (which I also can’t do myself), battery load test, and the multi-point inspection which I like because I can’t get under my truck to check on things now. All this for $43 - it would cost me the same for just the oil and filter.
With my ‘09 5.4L it was a simple process. No matter what when I got the oil changed at the dealer it would be a little high on the dipstick for me. Easy enough to suck a little out with the extractor and satisfy my OCD tendency.
But now with this 2.7L I don’t know what to do. I fully expect them to overfill the oil not taking the time required. When I get home I will not be able to suck any oil out.
1. remove diaper
2. drain pan
3. replace filter
4. fill oil
5. reinstall diaper
I have never checked the oil level in my truck. Add 6 quarts and know its in the pan like any other motor and check for leaks.
I never check the oil level in any vehicle because I add the factory required capacity.
that isn't what the dipstick is for.
08-20-2018, 10:49 AM
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