RACER

This is why I perform all routine maintanance myself. I don't know if you are aware of this but the oil filters on these cars can vibrate loose and spew oil everywhere if your not careful. I recommend you make sure the filter is very tight.

I had a filter back off a little bit the first time I changed my oil. I haven't had one back off since. Also, make sure you check the oil level at least every other fillup. The owners manual says you should check it every fillup.

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TR-S2K

I used MityVac Fluid Evacuator to suck old oil out of the crankcase, I did not need to remove the oil drain plug. The oil filter can be removed and installed from the top without problem. I could do oil change without getting under the car. This MityVac Fluid Evacuator is used to do oil change for several cars, so that it is very cost effective.

S2kracka

When loosening the drain bolt, it is better to use a sudden snap of force rather than gentle and slow preasure. Gentle and slow can cause damage a lot easier.

vtec9

[QUOTE=S2kracka,Feb 13 2006, 01:45 PM] When loosening the drain bolt, it is better to use a sudden snap of force rather than gentle and slow preasure.

cdelena

The S2000 has very high oil pressure and a tendency to vibrate filters off so it takes more torque than some. The recommended tightening is 7/8 turn after filter contact (or 16 lb/ft) which many cannot apply by hand.

While the filter requires a lot of torque there are very few reports of a drain plug backing off, but some damage from over tightening. The spec on it is 29 lb/ft but frankly I never put that much on it.

xviper

Firstly, as much as would like to refer to the Ford mechanic as a

RACER

[QUOTE=xviper,Feb 13 2006, 08:01 PM]Firstly, as much as would like to refer to the Ford mechanic as a

Wisconsin S2k

yyyiiikes

Thanks for setting my expectations properly. This is different than other cars I have worked on where I was warned of the damage caused by over tightening. I would like to offer an apology to any Ford mechanics, clowns, or primates that may have been offended by my rash comments.

With respect to the oem filter I will give it a little more twist with the wrench. When installing, the OEM filter did have a softer feel after contact... meaning it seemed easier to twist than other cars/filters. Is it possible to measure torque on a filter???

But believe me, that Motorcraft filter was on there really, really, really tight.

I checked every where for the washer... especially looking and feeling to see if it was stuck on the drain pan. But I will take the Fumoto off next oil change and check again.

SenderGreen

Yes, you need a torque wrench and the end cap/socket type oil filter wrench. Just take an OEM PCX filter to a Pep boys or probably any auto store to find the correct size. $6 or $8.