Thanks for the help in advance. I am trying to remove the oil filter and can't get it off. I bought one of those 6-in-1 wrench deals that attaches to a rachet and it doesn't work. Does anyone know the exact diameter of the oil filter so that I can buy one in the right size? Or am I better off getting a normal oil filter wrench? Any suggestions is appreciated.

Christian

 

You need a band wrench. There are 2 main sizes of band type filter wrenches. You need the smaller one.

It's the thing with the red handle:

 

when you get it off or get a new PCX filter go buy a socket for it.

band wrenches are a pain to use IMO.

 

I am trying to get one of those sockets, but I have no idea what the mm diameter is. Thanks for helping X-Viper, I am using your write up to perform my first oil change on the car. Got everything else figured out, just stuck here.

Christian

 

Go to the local Honda dealer and order part #15400-PCX-305,
this contains one oil filter and the socket-type wrench you need.
Believe it or not the cost is only marginally more than the filter
alone. The Honda oil filter is nominally 80mm in diameter and has
15 flats.

 

ppipe is right, Honda part # 15400-PCX-305 includes a 15400-PCX-004 filter and a metal wrench end cap.

 

Thanks for the help ppipe. I went to the local auto parts store and got an 80mm socket wrench and it is the correct size. I appreciate your help.

Christian