Man, I owe you a sincere Thank You! Just changed my own oil for the first time and this video made it a breeze. I had always just assumed there was more to it than that and been handing over way too much money for a 'pro' to do it. Once I got the supplies in order, it was a breeze (other than the oil drain bolt being over-torqued and was a heck of a time getting that loosened). Your instructions were explained really well and simple, without leaving out the important details for us first-timers. Thanks!!!
the Honda dealer in Elk Grove, California, stripped the oil pan drain plug threads on my 2006 Honda Insight (217,896 miles). They tried to convince me that the oil drain plug is a part that normally wears out the pan threads. I countered that they are the only people who have worked on this car including the last 32 oil changes since 2007. I also countered that while the oil pan is aluminum, there is a torque specification for the drain plug. The dealer "glued" in my drain plug and quoted me a new oil pan installation at $776.00...I will see them in small claims court.
I try to change engine oil my self, the plastic under engine guard have 6 metal screws + 2 plastic screws and I cracked the 2 plastic screws already. Very sad story.
There are two types of genuine Honda CVT fluids, one for the first gen CVT(the one you're using) and the other for the second gen CVT. I've read that the CVT gen switch was around 2012 but haven't found exact information. You are using the first gen for a 2011 Insight while FixYOURride13 used the second gen for the same model. I've been told to be extremely careful about which CVT fluid I use, but I have no idea which one I need.
Thanks for sharing. I have the same car and performed this maintenance without troubles. Unluckily my car software version doesn't have the "oil" menu (only "trip A", "trip B" and total mileage) then I have to sign does the mileage on order to understand when to perform an oil change maintenance. Thumbs up!
I wish you were my neighborhood friend. :) Please keep the videos coming for I think it's 8th gen Honda Insights (mine is 2010). Thank you for your tutorials!
Actually it's the second gen Insights. The first gen insights came out in 1999. The second gen came out in 2009 and ended in 2014. This year the third gen is available.
I bought oil for my Honda Insight 2011 it's Q8 formula. Vx Long Life 5W-30 can you please help me out with if it's the right oil for my car please reply asap thank you
We’ve done it this way for along time, no issue. Up to you if you want to do it that way, I haven’t seen any issues with it and our cars at 130k plus. I know people like to say that it’s the correct way to prime the oil filter and remove the oil filter easier, but I haven’t experience issues with it, until we experience an issue with this, we will let our viewers know.
I wanna change the oil in our Honda vehicles, but I don't have a 17 mm socket/wrench. Should I get a 17 mm socket or 17 mm wrench? All I have is a socket set from 4mm to 14mm and a torx set. That's basically it for sockets and wrenches.
RAOM RAOM over 2012 plates has a piston ring problem had a simular problem with my 2012 insight had to change my whole engine and fitted a 2011 engine it runs great now
Great video....Thank you for sharing. I just spent $84.00 for an oil change on my 2010 Insight. Never again!!! One question though? Is there anything that needs to be lubed?
Not slowing down for an informative video (thanks for that, BTW), about how long does a typical oil change take for a 2012 Honda Insight? Dealership I bought the car from charged my $99 just in labor. Pretty sure I was over-charged. Thanks again!
hey NutzAboutBolts I know this might be silly to ask, but how do you know which oil to put in? I am asking on the bassis of where one would live because surely the climate is a factor to consider right ? I do not have a manual for my car which is a pain.
A simple Google search will reveal both local and online sites for parts. Just search '2010 honda insight front underbelly shield', then click "shopping". You'll know the right part pops up when you see it.
henry leon Not too sure about the hybrid, but the gas engine 2014 Honda Accord oil change is different from this since the oil filter faces down and not side way. Have you went down and check the oil filter? let us know.
Nice. I have a question though about hand tightening oil filter. If I do that it leaks at the gasket (my hands must not be as strong), if I use a tool and If I even make a small mark or scratch on a cover it will rupture and leak though the cover. I always use a tool to tighten it on my wife's car - never leaks there, I guess insight has much higher oil pressure. Well, do you have any suggestions, other than start working out :)
Hand tighten should be fine, I never had any issues with it. Maybe you can lube up the oil filter gasket with oil and hand tighten that way, the lube will help seal it better and help ease the tightening more.
My 2010 Insight has 38,000 miles on it. I have discovered that it had regular oil changes. Now that I know it takes synthetic oil is there any special procedure to switch from regular oil to synthetic? Or do I just drain regular oil and put in 0W-20 synthetic? Thank you in advance.
+Kenneth Hui you can use it temporary, but you should go back to 0W-20. You will cause the engine to work more and burn more gas, and the car is recommended 0W-20.
it just one bolt that yo need to undo and drain transmission fluid, wipe the nut clean put it back with new washer, pour in new fluid. every 60k or so change filter to, it is outside on a hose.
You can do either or. It’s not bad if your old oil is mixed in, your oil pan will still have a little amount of the old oil in there; it won’t be 100% drained from the engine.
El try taking it off with a vice grip. Make sure you have enough leverage and have an extra oil drain plug to replace the plug if it looks stripped. OR try using a longer wrench for leverage. Hope that helps.
+NutzAboutBolts oh ok. Thank you. I thought in Hybrid vehicles it was different because my car has "check emissions" and the oil life marks 80% but when I check it under the hood there is NO oil marked on stick. So confused. Thank you for the reply.
+Yesenia Tome-Romero the 80% oil life mark is just another gimmick saying when you need to do an oil change, it doesn't necessarily tell you how much oil is in the oil pan. There should be a dip stick in every engine to check how much oil you have in the car. You check it manually to see if your oil level is too much or too little.
+NutzAboutBolts oh so most likely I probably have a leak since I just did an oil change like a month ago and the dip stick is there, I've checked it and no oil on it, just the tip. Could the car be burning the oil since I don't see any oil stains in our parking lot, I have an assigned parking so I am there every day. Is that possible?
Man, I owe you a sincere Thank You! Just changed my own oil for the first time and this video made it a breeze. I had always just assumed there was more to it than that and been handing over way too much money for a 'pro' to do it. Once I got the supplies in order, it was a breeze (other than the oil drain bolt being over-torqued and was a heck of a time getting that loosened). Your instructions were explained really well and simple, without leaving out the important details for us first-timers. Thanks!!!
+BW9009 nice, I'm glad we could help :) it's really that easy. Glad you got this done for the first time without any problems.
i realize it's quite off topic but do anybody know of a good site to stream newly released movies online?
the Honda dealer in Elk Grove, California, stripped the oil pan drain plug threads on my 2006 Honda Insight (217,896 miles). They tried to convince me that the oil drain plug is a part that normally wears out the pan threads. I countered that they are the only people who have worked on this car including the last 32 oil changes since 2007. I also countered that while the oil pan is aluminum, there is a torque specification for the drain plug. The dealer "glued" in my drain plug and quoted me a new oil pan installation at $776.00...I will see them in small claims court.
its ridiculous, really, these dealerships.
Thank you - have been changing my oil on my truck for years but was hesitant to do my wife's Insight. Turns out it's as easy as my truck.
I try to change engine oil my self, the plastic under engine guard have 6 metal screws + 2 plastic screws and I cracked the 2 plastic screws already. Very sad story.
There are two types of genuine Honda CVT fluids, one for the first gen CVT(the one you're using) and the other for the second gen CVT.
I've read that the CVT gen switch was around 2012 but haven't found exact information.
You are using the first gen for a 2011 Insight while FixYOURride13 used the second gen for the same model.
I've been told to be extremely careful about which CVT fluid I use, but I have no idea which one I need.
Thanks bro - simple instructions - much appreciated
You just saved me the money of going to get someone to change my girlfriends insight oil changed. Thanks a lot man, very informative!
Thanks for the comment! Im glad you found it informative! :)
Thanks for sharing. I have the same car and performed this maintenance without troubles.
Unluckily my car software version doesn't have the "oil" menu (only "trip A", "trip B" and total mileage) then I have to sign does the mileage on order to understand when to perform an oil change maintenance.
Thumbs up!
There is no pressure on the plug so does not need to be over tight..main thing is a good crush washer. copper if pos.
Can you show an oil plug which you actually struggle with? Cuz some of the used cars I've gotten over the the years seem to be basically glued shut
I wish you were my neighborhood friend. :) Please keep the videos coming for I think it's 8th gen Honda Insights (mine is 2010). Thank you for your tutorials!
thanks but our insight was totaled :( might not have any videos of it coming anytime soon.
@@NutzAboutBolts Yikes! That must suck. Did you buy it new or used? Either way, wish you the best. I know it happened two years ago but still.
Actually it's the second gen Insights. The first gen insights came out in 1999. The second gen came out in 2009 and ended in 2014. This year the third gen is available.
I bought oil for my Honda Insight 2011 it's Q8 formula.
Vx Long Life
5W-30 can you please help me out with if it's the right oil for my car please reply asap thank you
The Honda service manual states 29 lb ft for the drain bolt, not 21.
corey415 Thanks for the correct torque specs., we usually just hand tighten it, whichever works for you.
My honda insight is consuming oil.
There is no leaking. I have to put about 1lt every 1500km.
Did you resolve this issue? Mine every 3000km. Did you find the reason as to why. I'll be glad to know.
Good idea to lube oil filter gasket with clean oil. Run the engine and check for leaks before installing the plastic cover.
We’ve done it this way for along time, no issue. Up to you if you want to do it that way, I haven’t seen any issues with it and our cars at 130k plus. I know people like to say that it’s the correct way to prime the oil filter and remove the oil filter easier, but I haven’t experience issues with it, until we experience an issue with this, we will let our viewers know.
I wanna change the oil in our Honda vehicles, but I don't have a 17 mm socket/wrench. Should I get a 17 mm socket or 17 mm wrench? All I have is a socket set from 4mm to 14mm and a torx set. That's basically it for sockets and wrenches.
Looks like our Honda Insight 2013, has a faulty Piston rings problem, which makes the car over consume oil, could you make a video about it. Thanks!
RAOM RAOM over 2012 plates has a piston ring problem had a simular problem with my 2012 insight had to change my whole engine and fitted a 2011 engine it runs great now
Got the same problem. It consume a lot of oil
Great video....Thank you for sharing. I just spent $84.00 for an oil change on my 2010 Insight. Never again!!! One question though? Is there anything that needs to be lubed?
luvnlife7365 you should lube the oil filter o-ring so that it'll help for easier removal the next time you do your oil change.
Not slowing down for an informative video (thanks for that, BTW), about how long does a typical oil change take for a 2012 Honda Insight? Dealership I bought the car from charged my $99 just in labor. Pretty sure I was over-charged. Thanks again!
w1sd0g it takes 20 mins if you’re waiting for the oil to drain fully. 99$ is pretty steep, I would find a different place, or you can do it yourself.
@@NutzAboutBolts Good to know, thanks!
@ NutzAboutBolts Pls put video for Gear oil changing in Honda city 2013 model. Is this different from Engine oil changing?
hey NutzAboutBolts I know this might be silly to ask, but how do you know which oil to put in? I am asking on the bassis of where one would live because surely the climate is a factor to consider right ? I do not have a manual for my car which is a pain.
I bought an 2010 honda insight and that front underbelly shield is that he removes at 2:37 is missing! anyone has a link for a replacement in Canada?
A simple Google search will reveal both local and online sites for parts. Just search '2010 honda insight front underbelly shield', then click "shopping". You'll know the right part pops up when you see it.
Hello , is the 2012 insight mechanical parts are the same as the 2010! Like suspension , the brake pads , spark plugs? I need Help😖
+muhammad abdeen I would assume so since they're 2010-2014 Honda insight, 2nd Generation.
+NutzAboutBolts Than you I appreciate it
Fantastic thanks
So just double checking but this is the same for a 2014 honda accord????
henry leon Not too sure about the hybrid, but the gas engine 2014 Honda Accord oil change is different from this since the oil filter faces down and not side way. Have you went down and check the oil filter? let us know.
Nice. I have a question though about hand tightening oil filter. If I do that it leaks at the gasket (my hands must not be as strong), if I use a tool and If I even make a small mark or scratch on a cover it will rupture and leak though the cover. I always use a tool to tighten it on my wife's car - never leaks there, I guess insight has much higher oil pressure. Well, do you have any suggestions, other than start working out :)
Hand tighten should be fine, I never had any issues with it. Maybe you can lube up the oil filter gasket with oil and hand tighten that way, the lube will help seal it better and help ease the tightening more.
Right, it makes sense, will try lubing it more. Thanks.
Can I use 5w-30 engine oil?
Any problems?
Thanks for the video.
My 2010 Insight has 38,000 miles on it. I have discovered that it had regular oil changes. Now that I know it takes synthetic oil is there any special procedure to switch from regular oil to synthetic? Or do I just drain regular oil and put in 0W-20 synthetic? Thank you in advance.
+Aleksandr Sasha Kuznetsov just drain out the old oil and put in synthetic oil, there's no special procedure needed.
+NutzAboutBolts thank you so much for quick reply!
+Aleksandr Sasha Kuznetsov no problem :)
where to buy 0w20?
Do u have to change my oil filter first or can I just put oil in it without changing anything?
All oil changes involve replacing the filter to make sure all the oil is out. Also oil filters aren't that expensive. It's the oil that costs more.
хорошее,доходчивое видео.like
Can I use 5W20 synthetic oil for the Insight if I can't find any 0W20 in my area?
+Kenneth Hui you can use it temporary, but you should go back to 0W-20. You will cause the engine to work more and burn more gas, and the car is recommended 0W-20.
Thank you Sir!
very nice!!!
do you have any input about how to change the hybrid battery on a insight 2010??
pbeing68 no, haven't done one, so not sure of it. sorry!
Have a look here ..on You Tube just watched it.
Did your battery die already? How many miles do you have on the car?
i already sold it, it was dying on me, and changing it , it was going to cost 5k
@@pbeing68 2010 should have still been under warranty
Great video, thanks!
+ttmilbr thanks!
Do you have a video on how to change the transmission oil?
+D 'Shah no, it only has 30k miles, I will be doing it when it hits 60k or so.
Ok. Looking forward to seeing that video, especially the transmission filter change.
D 'Shah insight central forum,no video but loads of instructions,o did it ,vvv easy
it just one bolt that yo need to undo and drain transmission fluid, wipe the nut clean put it back with new washer, pour in new fluid. every 60k or so change filter to, it is outside on a hose.
Thanks! Especially for the reset at the end.
Why use old oil on the filter if the new one will be poured in? Isn’t bad if oil can get mixed with old oil?
You can do either or. It’s not bad if your old oil is mixed in, your oil pan will still have a little amount of the old oil in there; it won’t be 100% drained from the engine.
Go online Order Honda oil filter aftermarket 12 of them $50-60.
So how do I get the oil plug off, since the assholes at the dealership put it on so tight it can't be budged?
El try taking it off with a vice grip. Make sure you have enough leverage and have an extra oil drain plug to replace the plug if it looks stripped. OR try using a longer wrench for leverage. Hope that helps.
NutzAboutBolts
super fast reply, thanks. I got it off finally, but now fighting with the filter! haha.
El lol, get the oil filter wrench like we used in the video, it's super good and affective. You can buy it at any Auto store.
NutzAboutBolts
yeah, i'm having to. this thing isn't moving.
El gl :)
Can I reset the oil if it's at 20%?
Yes
good video
judge dredd thanks.
can you do a coolant?
the car was totaled, we don't have it anymore to do anymore film, sorry.
Good video/+links
Do you check the oil of the Hybrid with the car on or off?
+Yesenia Tome-Romero with the car off.
+NutzAboutBolts oh ok. Thank you. I thought in Hybrid vehicles it was different because my car has "check emissions" and the oil life marks 80% but when I check it under the hood there is NO oil marked on stick. So confused. Thank you for the reply.
+Yesenia Tome-Romero the 80% oil life mark is just another gimmick saying when you need to do an oil change, it doesn't necessarily tell you how much oil is in the oil pan. There should be a dip stick in every engine to check how much oil you have in the car. You check it manually to see if your oil level is too much or too little.
+NutzAboutBolts oh so most likely I probably have a leak since I just did an oil change like a month ago and the dip stick is there, I've checked it and no oil on it, just the tip. Could the car be burning the oil since I don't see any oil stains in our parking lot, I have an assigned parking so I am there every day. Is that possible?
+Yesenia Tome-Romero well, the only way to find out if there is a leak is to check at the bottom of the oil pan or underneath the engine.
@NutzAboutBolts Pls put video for Gear oil changing in Honda city 2013 model. Is this different from Engine oil changing?
@ NutzAboutBolts Pls put video for Gear oil changing in Honda city 2013 model. Is this different from Engine oil changing?