Common Oil Change Mistakes!

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Common oil change mistakes! Changing the oil on your car or truck is one of the most common entry points into DIY car maintenance and repair! Its easy to do, but don't be fooled! There are plenty of things that can go wrong if you aren't paying attention! In this video, Len shows you the right and wrong way to drain and refill the oil in your car or truck!
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@1AAuto 3 года назад

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@thewhitedemon0761 3 года назад

WINTER not WEIGHT

@yazming1720 3 года назад

Car on ramps HILARIOUS 😁🤪👍👍

@thomashughes6951 3 года назад

Hey Mr. Safety make sure the the safety is used on those jack stands as well seen that yours wasn't pushed in

@BrennanBarrier 3 года назад

I’m so glad for ChrisFix and 1A Auto!!! They should both be mandatory channels for car enthusiasts!!!

@jcortes3930 3 года назад

Mandatory for car owners, people should see how much money they can save by at least doing the basics themselves

@savih3398 3 года назад

Fax

@savih3398 3 года назад

And Scotty Kilmer

@lonedruid710 3 года назад

And scotty

@josemalinao1308 3 года назад

@@lonedruid710 Guy is a hackjob mechanic. Every channel mentioned above other than Scotty is where its at.

@tomfoolery5665 3 года назад

The most common mistake is not changing your own oil

@simonsms410 3 года назад

And for DIY americans, change the oil all the time..... ;) Cars with 15-20 K miles intervals and people still changing the oil every 3K miles because that was needed 40 years ago :)

@JM-kn9dh 3 года назад

@@simonsms410 do you also believe in “lifetime” transmission fluid?

@Dennis-sq2nm 3 года назад

@@simonsms410 oil is cheaper than a motor. Why risk it? Risk vs reward

@Dansk55 2 года назад

@@simonsms410 Its been proven time and time again, changing beyond 5k miles will ruin your engine.

@masonbarto4003 2 года назад

It sucks the warranty on my dads new car doesn’t allow me to change the oil

@HGRProduction 3 года назад

This is genius. It's incredibly helpful to actually see a demonstration of all the ways to do it wrong. Great job and hope you do many more like this!

@Crispy77760 3 года назад

for real if people dont read there ca manual then they shouldnt do anything or have a car. hell most of that stuff he did you wont have a car so i guess i get my wish. mechanics use impact wrench to tighten the drain pan bolt i got mad when i saw him about to do that. i never did that again i do my own maintenance have been for 14 years. that and upselling me they always pick the new part i just installed earlier that week it was mind blowing

@mikecastleberry9671 2 года назад

Sooooo supid

@boots7859 3 года назад

Len is taking 1A up a notch with his production values. OK, its a little corny, however he's keeping it just funny and engaging enough to retain this viewer. Big plus for not only talking about a problem, but showing it. A number of these types of vid's talk about this or that problem, when taking 10-15 secs to show it, or lets us hear it would go a long way to helping us in diagnosing similar. Appreciate you making these more than just sales type vid's Len.

@joemcmillan2089 3 года назад

WOW, My Dad started me taking care of the oil changes back in 1963. So much that he didn't warn me about. Seems that all of that should have been (and was) common sense. Never damaged an engine, never injured myself... Still doing my own oil changes and other repairs.

@boomerguy9935 3 года назад

My first oil change was a learning experience with no help from my dad. I knew nothing about cars and in 1968 I bought a used 1962 MG Midget with the oil filter element inside a metal cartridge that had to fit inside a sealed lip (see where I'm going?) and a bolt that went through everything. I had an oil sprinkler system on start-up. The reason there was a brotherhood among Little British Car owners back then is that you had to work on it every day if you wanted to drive it. Murphy, of Murphy's Law, created the British car and his best friend was Lucas, Prince of Darkness. Still, if it weren't for that car, I would not have started working on my own cars and I still do all of my oil changes. My Man-Cave is my inner sanctum and I've earned it with trials, tribulations and scars. I wouldn't have it any other way.

@alexlevingston 3 года назад

I did my first oil change on Saturday, July 11, 2020. I've been doing my own oil changes since that date.

@hanswurst4463 2 года назад

I did my first oil change on Saturday, October,30 2021 And I will keep doing it myself

@alexlevingston 2 года назад

@@hanswurst4463 I'm very proud of you sir. Keep it up.

@iamthemaninde 3 года назад

Love your energy!!! Another good video and the right amount of humor 😂👍🏻

@flyboy2610 3 года назад

"Just good ole boys, never meanin' no harm...."

@PinBall3 3 года назад

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@firebladex8586 3 года назад

"fightin' the system like a two modern day robin hood"

@stevedarnell8444 3 года назад

Beats all you ever saw been in trouble with the law since the day they were born.

@daytonafuntim 3 года назад

Straighten' the curves, flattening the hills!

@videospost7715 3 года назад

Man this dude bring life to this Channel and a great teacher I need a car mechanic like him 🔥🔥🔥

@callonsgarage6480 3 года назад

"Vericals" gotta love 1A AUTO

@bosukkim8523 3 года назад

Hey there, coming from Korea and getting my car mechanic license soon. Your videos helped me a lot and I want to thank you for all the things you have taught me.

@boomerguy9935 3 года назад

Over the last 55+ years, a few of the mistakes I've made are not tightening the drain plug enough, stripping the threads in the sump pan when I overtightend the drain plug (I use aluminum crush washers and torque wrench now), not checking to see if the oil filter gasket came off with the old oil filter (2 gaskets don't seal very well) and leaving the fill cap off the engine (I leave it on the hood support clip or something similar that won't let me close the hood until I remove it and put it back where it belongs). However, I continue to find new ways of making mistakes. If you're working on your car, you are usually bleeding and making mistakes. And why is it that the tool you need the most while you're under the car, is always on the work bench even if you remember bringing it with you?

@jasonroberts5746 3 года назад

Between 1A Auto and Scotty Kilmer, I've learned when I can fix it myself and when to take it to the shop. And I have never had a problem with the parts I bought from 1A Auto.

@1AAuto 3 года назад

+Jason Roberts Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@nenorv11 3 года назад

Funny and instructive advice. Good job boss. Safety is first.

@willyautomotive1465 Год назад

You just exposed all the things that can happen to your car when you take it to jiffy lube. 🤣

@macfady2181 2 года назад

Any particular reason you replaced the filter prior to changing the oil? I have always removed the drain bolt then changed the filter, I always found it helped with the draining not having the filter on is the reason I ask.

@vigilantemotors 2 года назад

There is no right or wrong here. Most will do it like you but others do the filter first.

@ralphyo6285 Год назад

Thats how I do it also, drain oil 1st then change filter helps drain all oil out properly.

@epicraptorman 3 года назад

I like this video not because it helped me, because I already know how to change my oil, but because it provided examples of what not to do and the results of that

@SSArt98 Год назад

I did 10 oil changes last Thursday at my new job and, 6 on Friday. It's been 23 years since I've worked on vehicles and let me tell you, some of the placements of the oil filters are insane! (Burning my arms on trans cooler lines, exhaust, etc! In some vehicles it's extremely hard to get an oil wrench on!) _Not to mention when taking the oil plug out many cars have a sway bar in the way and, the oil will spray when it comes out._ ~ Oh, I nearly had an accident with a nearly brand new Jeep Waggoner (100K car) I didn't get the front two safety locks disengaged properly on the lift when I was lowering it, which freaked me out and, the service manager too. ~~ Anyway, I'm learning but sure do miss changing oils/filters on older cars, much easier!

@sjllee2588 3 года назад

This is the best explanation of oil change for dummies. Video version. 👍👍👍

@BrandonGraham 3 года назад

Your budget has really gone up recently. These videos must be a ton of work!

@1AAuto 3 года назад

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@FSpirk 3 года назад

Wow this video shows you everything! Great clips showing what not to do! I appreciate the time that went into making this 👌

@willd3808 3 года назад

lol "you need some jack stands as well, now these are just as important" then shows a set of recalled hf stands :DDDDD love this video

@IrishAmericanMcCLanahan 3 года назад

Thank you for putting safety tips out there B4 you start working on your vehicle !!

@idahospyder1620 3 года назад

Good video. Make sure to write down your mileage so you know when to do all this again.

@chaoslord8918 3 года назад

Great video, useful information that everyone should know, but I just can't get over "vericle".

@AlanElias350 3 года назад

These guys are awesome. Love the content. “Meatball”. Lol.

@Mayanex981 3 года назад

Jiffy lube should use this as a training video.

@TaylorZ2 2 года назад

This guy is outstanding! He talks fast but has great stage presence and is wicked smart.

@danny117hd 3 года назад

Thanks for the fun video. I started doing my oil changes cold. So much easier.

@frankieaguilar4717 3 года назад

Man this channel has helped me so much with my car and I'm glad it just keeps better and better. Keep up the good work boys!

@Sippin_Coffee 3 года назад

I started working at a instant oil change spot not too long ago, and well its nice to know that im doing everything im dokng so far is right lol thanks for lifting some doubts off my chest 😅🙂👌🏽

@troybarnette8002 3 месяца назад

This was an informative, interesting, and fun learning video, which thought was going to be too silly. I was pleasantly wrong. Thanks.

@michaelcross3744 2 года назад

I started watching this because soon I'll be getting into a shop as a PM Tech and this will be my first garage job. I know the basics but I wanted to know how much of what I do can be considered common mistakes... It's scary what's in this video as a common mistakes but it makes me happy knowing I do exactly what I'm supposed to do

@robertvance1873 3 года назад

And if for some reason you don't have a filter wrench, use an old leather belt and wrap it around the notches on the filter pull and turn gets a grip really good and I shouldn't have to say it but wipe any dirt off or belt will slip.

@boots7859 3 года назад

Yep, someone's gotta have a hack on how to repurpose an old fan/drive belt that way. I've got a couple of those adjustable rubber belt things which are old and broken. Useful for a surprisingly large number of tasks.

@jessesan2003 3 года назад

Sounds kinky, bondage?

@LongTimeTTFan 3 года назад

Like your presentation style. Informative, straight to the point, and humorous. Thank you.

@1AAuto 3 года назад

+LongTimeTTFan Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@patrickstar1439 3 года назад

You got like three feet of air that time. Did you take the Toyota off anymore sweet jumps?

@shermansteele6656 3 года назад

LoL Very funny, Love it!!!. You guys should do one on proper ac refrigerant to cars, lol

@LordTyton 3 года назад

I have that same car and I feel you when you had to put the vice grips on the hood struts

@cameronmartin4976 3 года назад

Hey there. Old school lube tech here. I've had gallons of oil on my body. Still just fine. No skin cancer to report. Just don't drink the stuff you'll be alright

@jacobearhart4170 3 года назад

Gotta say even for something that I am well aware of everything you said you kept it interesting but there's 1 thing you missed. Even with the right viscosity you should also look up you vehicle oil specs requirements. Such as: gm uses dexos, Chrysler uses MS-6395 (for most of their modern cars), ect. Your higher end oils will typically meet or exceed almost all vehicles but if you cheap out just make sure it meets or exceeds your vehicles oil requirements.

@madscientist7548 3 года назад

Thank god he's back

@hattrick-df4bo 3 года назад

Those poor tire ramps, lmao.... Hilarious video, keep a close eye on that assistant! Great tips! Thanks!!

@1AAuto 3 года назад

+William Butts Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@naturalrebel6301 3 года назад

I love this guys energy great video

@rsc9520 3 года назад

I am learning a lot from your videos. Thanks for uploading!

@1AAuto 3 года назад

+RSC Thanks for watching!

@AlanElias350 3 года назад

14 dealerships disliked this. Because now we dont have to take our car in to them. Thanks guys.

@wandameadows5736 3 года назад

Cant tell you how many times ive had to use the hammer & screwdriver to get a filter lose. Those filter wretches dont always work because most cars dont have room enough for it to grip. Plus those filter housing are weak so the socket style filter wrenches dont always work either. Have a VW now so dont have that problem. I am curious why you removed the filter before the oil plug. I guess it really doesn't matter either way but I prefer draining as much as possible before taking that filter off. Done it like that for 35 years.

@jameskeeler6321 3 года назад

I have had to use a screw driver to remove a filter before, because the dummy who did the last oil change before me tightened it on with out lubeing the o-ring first.

@1AAuto 3 года назад

+James Keeler Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@xMidgetFuryx1 3 года назад

i had a oil filter one time that wouldn't come off. two different oil filter wrenches. the second one crushed it. i ended up putting a screw driver through the filter to finally get it to turn.

@williamclick9771 3 года назад

Have a question for you. My cousin gave me his father's 2000 Toyota Camry LE 4 cylinder on May 23rd 2018. I don't think the oil pan gasket has ever been changed. I did buy a new oil pan gasket for the Camry. I will probably have to get a new oil pan drain plug and gasket as well. My question is this can the oil pressure drop with a leaking oil pan gasket? I watch your videos all the time. Also I use Pennzoil Oil Platinum High Mileage Full Synthetic 5W - 30 oil for the Camry also K&N oil filter. I change the oil every 3000 miles there is over 175,930 miles on the Camry. I'm the 4th owner of the Camry.

@williamoneal2763 2 года назад

Always changed my own engine oil and filter. I am 82 this month, 26 December 1939. My 1994 Buick I bought new still looks like new. Good maintenance pays off.

@AliGan629 3 года назад

I love the PITTSBURG jack😂😅🤣✌🏼From 1A-Auto 😂😅🤣

@renzo4296 2 года назад

This is absolutely hilarious, people do these things he said not to😂thank you very much for this good learning lesson.

@amneziaxeaster-gaming382 Год назад

Thanks for these video, it's more helpful to show us what not to do and after show us what to do

@GrBritton 3 года назад

Someone's been watching Whistlin' Diesel! 🤣😂🤣😂

@mychannelsucks1244 3 года назад

Still never got a bad part or the wrong part from A1 Auto.

@1AAuto 3 года назад

+C'mon man You ain't black Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@TanisSpangle 3 года назад

I change oil so often, one of these days I'll start it up without oil. Hopefully not though

@ascendantrobin3230 3 года назад

the WJ in the thumbnail 😝😎🇺🇸 This channel is great and I always learn something!

@almightiej 3 года назад

"I know a guy who can do it cheaper."

@xenthia 3 года назад

""trust me man, he can get you quality parts and good oil for cheap"" **gets plastic imbued filter with weak seals, and reuses old synthetic oil**

@soldiersvejk2053 3 года назад

Definitely buy parts from 1A next times. Thanks for these videos.

@512TXSDIY 3 года назад

Fun video and great information. Thank you!

@mengsong7554 3 года назад

This video made my day. Thanks.

@MrKiyo15 3 года назад

Keep up the great videos!

@darkwhitedirewolf 3 года назад

Thanks again 1A

@ArgosySpecOps 3 года назад

Coming in a little bit too hot on those wheel ramps friend.😅🤣😂

@lovinamcneil9366 3 года назад

ThankQ....you were funny....be blessed....

@jakemason9436 3 года назад

Entertaining and informative. Thanksks Len!!!

@jacebird8624 3 года назад

Making me feel bad about the time I lost the gasket for the oil plug and just replaced it with a hose gasket and cranked it down.

@markterrill1675 4 месяца назад

Dude, great video! You are cookin' with this style of vid. Totally enjoyed.

@macc7620 3 года назад

Nice video my friend, the other guy is from J-L! 😁🤫

@okhotrodder Год назад

Lol, another youtuber said not to prime a filter and he doesn't lube the seal because it already has old lube on it. He's a genius but his channel keeps growing. Most of these things are common sense to me. Pretty often I find oil drain plugs someone cranked it down so tight they strip coming out. I think people do it on purpose so that you have issues that you have to pay to get fixed on your next visit. People use the wrong weight all the time. Especially quick lube shops, wally world, penoil, etc. I don't really know of any shop that uses the right weight. They use whatever they have.

@mvining7 3 года назад

The comical value alone made it worth it 🤣

@1AAuto 3 года назад

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@johngreek5788 3 года назад

Great video. Background music is apropos.

@hishamshahrour5085 3 года назад

Great video bro..

@brycebabe8151 3 года назад

Intro made me laugh. You guys are getting better at these

@losmoore3358 Год назад

U did very well. U pretty much naied all angles and gave good explanations and entertainment going. Thank u. 2 thumbs up from me.

@minutemanproductions8029 3 года назад

I like how you say vericle

@shamanbaray6327 3 года назад

Awesome Intro!!!😎 You guys are really stepping it up! Cool👍 The Hillbilly music and the ramp jumping were the best!!😂

@carlos-kx4sn 3 года назад

Your videos are amazing and very interesting.

@PinBall3 3 года назад

Good Video Info Some Tips I Use Prior to draining the oil is pulling up Dipstick halfway to remind me there will be No oil in the motor unless diptsick is seated. Also removing the Fuel Pump Relay and running it till the engine stalls and wont run. Crank It Just a Few times more to make sure it`s not gonna fire up. Drain oil , remove filter ,replace the filter , oil and drain plug then crank motor till oil pressure is registering, then re-install FP Relay , Fire it up check for leaks Another Tip for removal of vertical mounted filters to reduce the mess is just loosen it enough to where it`s no going to drip then use a 1 liter or 2 liter plastic bottle Depending on filter size Cut the bottom of it then slip over the filter and squeeze bottle to filter and remove it as oil drips from the spout into a drain pan reducing oil cleanup. 1 liter bottle Works Great for my Chevy Trailblazer

@faizzdb 3 года назад

Homie putting that Avalon through it 😭😭

@mohammedrahman3447 3 года назад

That was pretty funny and great info. I do have a question about the oil viscosity....I have not read it on any owners manual to use a heavier oil as the engine puts miles on. Is this just a suggestion?

@boots7859 3 года назад

Don't know if any manf. would ever say that as it could come back to haunt them. However if you are have high miles and are burning more oil, you could start adding a percentage of next higher weight oil to help with what are probably looser tolerances.

@peterjohnson9438 3 года назад

It's a hack, of sorts. Basically, when the engine gets worn, oil can start leaking past the cylinders and past seals and gaskets, the engine can get noisy and start having non-trivial oil seepage. On an old or simple engine, you can try using a ticker oil than specified and hope that the seepage lessens. However, modern engines have a lot of small oil actuated parts (hydraulic lifters, for example) that might not work right with the thicker oil. You might blow the slightly seepy gasket. You might blow your oil pump. I wouldn't do it on a car I care about, but you do you. And if you do, please document the results. :)

@mikelemoine4267 3 года назад

You can on older cars if they are starting to use oil. If you have a 2000's car with VVT, you generally don't want to use thicker oil as it can cause the VVT system to malfunction. Some do go from 0w to 5w (first number) if you have startup rattle, but only when the engine is old and if you are in a warmer climate, or at least warm season. The mfg. intended the 0w to flow faster in a new, tight engine based on the particular design of the oiling system, so if you go too thick, it may cause your engine to run "dry" for longer upon cold starts. Once it's old, and worn tolerances aren't so tight so the 5w will likely flow fast enough. Of course, you never know the exact wear inside or how much build up you have, so it is a bit of a gamble. Some cars are more tolerant or should I say responsive to this, you could try it and just listen to how it sounds. Small changes are usually not going to hurt, but I'd avoid anything more than one step up (5w20 to 10w30, for example), and I'd only do so if you have specific issues like consumption or noise that you want to address. If it's perfect now, stick to the mfg. spec.

@CRAPO2011 3 года назад

Many older hondas and toyotas have variable valve timing from what ive heard its no recommended switching to thicker oil on those. Somethink like the ancient 4.0L jeep I-6 featured can probably switch with no effects

@chris01479 3 года назад

This video is hilarious. I find this video so funny. I hope to see many more like this 😂

@ftochris965 3 года назад

Greatest video I’ve seen on this topic lol I wish I would’ve watch it sooner lol thanks for the awesome tips

@gibby7834 3 года назад

Instant mashed potatoes and flour can also be used to put out a fire😂

@carlwhoha769 3 года назад

I just got done changing the oil for the first time and my wife's dad asked me if I got blinker fluid for it. Where does it go?...

@alvaroeloredo 3 года назад

Goes straight into the flux capacitor bruh.

@CaseLight1976xbox 3 года назад

Love your videos Lenny!

@DashCamSerbia 3 года назад

Lenn is the best.

@TheSleepingonit 8 месяцев назад

On a crown vic, it helps to take the left front tire off to get at the oil filter

@mostwanted33986 3 года назад

Very informative content thank you 1A auto

@rickconstant6106 3 года назад

It's not just the viscosity of the new oil you need to check, it's also the API or (in Europe and UK) ACEA specification, especially if it's a diesel with DPF and/or SCR. Wrong oil can cause expensive damage to these systems.

@bull61175 3 года назад

You forgot the front end lube

@tonymonastiere8510 3 года назад

Lenny, after watching this vid... OSHA should be rollin up on you Instamatically!!!

@jonathanromero8639 3 года назад

Man, that was funny! Good way to start my morning 😂😂 and if someone is gonna be messing up that much! .........then.....they probably shouldnt be working on cars period. Lol

@1AAuto 3 года назад

+Jonathan Romero Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@DashCamSerbia 3 года назад

LOL, you guys are the best. In my country, it is not worth doing it yourself. The mechanics charges 10$ for it.

@martinstefanovski5795 3 года назад

Yes low cost but poorly made it...

@guysview 3 года назад

Okay okay no more coffee for this guy.

@mclovengarcia2883 Год назад

Great video Brother dont added Bronco Bill's number in the description box 😂

@darass3366 3 года назад

9:58 👏

@slabbinonspokezz2375 3 года назад

Just got hired at NTB two weeks ago. Was doing an oil change on an Infiniti like I always do and I went to to remove the drain plug which was so rusted it wouldn't budge. Instead I ended up cracking the oil pan which was plastic by the way with the plug still attached to the pan.