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first oil change:ramps for oil change? what oil filters fit? how much oil?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by ski.dive, Oct 16, 2008.

  1. xsmatt81

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    ramps are good. Thats what I have used in the past. Get some rated to at least 2000 pounds each. Often the plastic ones work fine, but metal are better and cost more.

    don't forget the drain plug washer, your dealer has them and should give you some for free. The denso filter is great and cheap at the dealer. I bought 6 of them when they where on sale for 3.50 each. Purolator is also a good filter

    just be sure not to over tighten the oil plug, you can use a torque wrench to about 28lb, ot just go by feel..don't over do it if your not using a torque wrench.

    if the filter is tight get a filter socket extension(autozone) make sure you wipe the stem with a clean rag, then turn the filter 3/4 or until tight..

    long winded eh