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Old July 17th 06, 09:20 PM posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
Some Dude
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Default Oil filter changing irritation and fuel filter question.

I have a 2002 FE XLT V8 and I am so remarkably ****ed at myself for not
being able to easily change this oil filter. The filter wrench I have
can barely grip it and there are hoses in the way which make it
virtually impossible to unscrew. On top of that my last oil change was
in a shop and they tightened the hell out of the filter (normally I
hand screw it on tight so I don't have to go through this ordeal).
Anyhow, are there any tricks i'm missing here?

Also after doing all this work how do I get the service engine soon
light to shut up? Or will it shut up on its own after the car thinks
everything is ok?

I could just start yanking fuses I guess

Thanks!

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Old July 17th 06, 10:36 PM posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
Mark Barrett
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Default Oil filter changing irritation and fuel filter question.

Some Dude > wrote:
> I have a 2002 FE XLT V8 and I am so remarkably ****ed at myself for not
> being able to easily change this oil filter. The filter wrench I have
> can barely grip it and there are hoses in the way which make it
> virtually impossible to unscrew. On top of that my last oil change was
> in a shop and they tightened the hell out of the filter (normally I
> hand screw it on tight so I don't have to go through this ordeal).
> Anyhow, are there any tricks i'm missing here?


Make sure you have an oil filter wrench that fits well. I prefer
the strap wrench but the plastic socket that fits over the end also
works. If you do your own oil changes you will get a quick feel on
how best to get the filter off. I've always thought my Explorer was
the easiest vehicle to change the oil on. Mine has over 245000 miles
and I've changed the oil every 3000 miles, ie. I've performed over 80
oil changes on this one vehicle. I've always liked that I don't have
to jack up the Explorer to gain access to the filter.
Mark

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Old July 19th 06, 12:05 PM posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
fordtech via CarKB.com
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Default Oil filter changing irritation and fuel filter question.

Some Dude wrote:
>I have a 2002 FE XLT V8 and I am so remarkably ****ed at myself for not
>being able to easily change this oil filter. The filter wrench I have
>can barely grip it and there are hoses in the way which make it
>virtually impossible to unscrew. On top of that my last oil change was
>in a shop and they tightened the hell out of the filter (normally I
>hand screw it on tight so I don't have to go through this ordeal).
>Anyhow, are there any tricks i'm missing here?
>
>Also after doing all this work how do I get the service engine soon
>light to shut up? Or will it shut up on its own after the car thinks
>everything is ok?
>
>I could just start yanking fuses I guess
>
>Thanks!

you an american? if so I"LL help

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Old August 14th 06, 03:22 AM posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
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Default Oil filter changing irritation and fuel filter question.


"Mark Barrett" > wrote in message
>
> Make sure you have an oil filter wrench that fits well. I prefer
> the strap wrench but the plastic socket that fits over the end also
> works. If you do your own oil changes you will get a quick feel on
> how best to get the filter off. I've always thought my Explorer was
> the easiest vehicle to change the oil on. Mine has over 245000 miles
> and I've changed the oil every 3000 miles, ie. I've performed over 80
> oil changes on this one vehicle. I've always liked that I don't have
> to jack up the Explorer to gain access to the filter.
> Mark
>

==========================
What model do you have?

My current one is 2000 limited AWD V8 with 98354 miles on it. Used to have a
94 EB 4X4

When I got it with ~50k miles, it was using Mobil super syn. and I always
change my oil and filter.

It is easy for me to get under the vehicle and in fact I might change it
this week ...
......I shoot for about ~ every 5k between changes even though the synthetic
oil claims you can go much
more than that between changes.

Any one have thoughts on that?


fathergoose


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Old August 19th 06, 01:04 AM posted to rec.autos.makers.ford.explorer
Some Dude
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Default Oil filter changing irritation and fuel filter question.

I definitely have thoughts on the legimitate longevity of synthetic!


Fathergoose wrote:
> "Mark Barrett" > wrote in message
> >
> > Make sure you have an oil filter wrench that fits well. I prefer
> > the strap wrench but the plastic socket that fits over the end also
> > works. If you do your own oil changes you will get a quick feel on
> > how best to get the filter off. I've always thought my Explorer was
> > the easiest vehicle to change the oil on. Mine has over 245000 miles
> > and I've changed the oil every 3000 miles, ie. I've performed over 80
> > oil changes on this one vehicle. I've always liked that I don't have
> > to jack up the Explorer to gain access to the filter.
> > Mark
> >

> ==========================
> What model do you have?
>
> My current one is 2000 limited AWD V8 with 98354 miles on it. Used to have a
> 94 EB 4X4
>
> When I got it with ~50k miles, it was using Mobil super syn. and I always
> change my oil and filter.
>
> It is easy for me to get under the vehicle and in fact I might change it
> this week ...
> .....I shoot for about ~ every 5k between changes even though the synthetic
> oil claims you can go much
> more than that between changes.
>
> Any one have thoughts on that?
>
>
> fathergoose


 




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