Oil Filter Cap Issues

Presidio335xi · 07-09-2008, 03:11 AM

Has anyone else had an impossible time trying to screw off the oil filter cap. I can't for the life of me unscrew it. Any tips? I already bought oil and a filter.

NaTuReB0Y · 07-09-2008, 03:13 AM

counter-clock twist.......

ehhhwik · 07-09-2008, 03:44 AM

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Originally Posted by NaTuReB0Y

counter-clock twist.......

ROFL!! way to show support to a new member

to OP: try to get a strap wrench at your local autozone or buy the oil filter cap from tischer (vendor) i think its like $30

NaTuReB0Y · 07-09-2008, 03:49 AM

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Originally Posted by ehhhwik

ROFL!! way to show support to a new member

to OP: try to get a strap wrench at your local autozone or buy the oil filter cap from tischer (vendor) i think its like $30

you're right(my bad).......yes, get the strap wrench and make sure to mark your cap so you can tighten it up to the same spot. i bought my set from Sears.......

shadowcoder · 07-09-2008, 04:22 AM

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Originally Posted by NaTuReB0Y

you're right(my bad).......yes, get the strap wrench and make sure to mark your cap so you can tighten it up to the same spot. i bought my set from Sears.......

There is already a small green line on the cap that acts as a guide on
how far to tighten it (at least there is on my cap).

Presidio335xi · 07-09-2008, 11:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ehhhwik

ROFL!! way to show support to a new member

to OP: try to get a strap wrench at your local autozone or buy the oil filter cap from tischer (vendor) i think its like $30

Quote:

Originally Posted by NaTuReB0Y

you're right(my bad).......yes, get the strap wrench and make sure to mark your cap so you can tighten it up to the same spot. i bought my set from Sears.......

Quote:

Originally Posted by shadowcoder

There is already a small green line on the cap that acts as a guide on
how far to tighten it (at least there is on my cap).

Thanks guys!

GMWNashville · 07-13-2008, 09:10 PM

heres a better idea...
get the proper tool and just tighten it..screw that green dot it doesnt always line up

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