Do You Need to Change Oil Filter Every Oil Change? (Explained)
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- Опубликовано: 6 сен 2024
- In this video, I break down everything you need to know about whether you should replace your oil filter with every oil change. Learn about the crucial role oil filters play in engine health, the potential risks of skipping filter changes, and how to make informed decisions for your vehicle's maintenance. I'll cover:
1. The function of oil filters and why they're important
2. Factors affecting oil filter lifespan
3. Consequences of not changing your filter regularly
4. Expert recommendations and best practices
If you are wondering whether it is OK to change oil without changing oil filter then you will find this video helpful.
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Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes and should not replace professional advice. As an experienced mechanic, I aim to provide helpful insights, but I'm not liable for any damage or issues arising from the application of this information. Always consult a qualified mechanic for specific vehicle needs. Viewer discretion and responsibility are advised.
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Hi from the U.K. I worked in the motor trade (mostly sales) for 25 years and my saying has always been that nobody ever killed a car by over servicing it ! 👍🏻🇬🇧
A simple answer. Yes. Its cheap, it ensures cleanliness, its often easy to replace.
Right . A no-brainer.
100% agree! crazy how many people often overlook this.
It's only half the job. Just do it.
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I usually only change the filter on my old landcruiser every 2nd service for 1 reason - the filter is a pain to get to and pours oil all down the side of the engine and onto the front axle. It's a huge mess.
Also the filter really big (holds nearly a quart) - about 8 times the size of the one on my wife's Honda. It's done 250 000 miles and showing no signs of wearing out.
Not always, buddy. Some filters costs more than $50 (at least here in Brazil). My older Honda' CB 500x and my Vstrom 650 have this price in its oil filters.
The more chances you take, the fewer chances you have.
Been a mechanic for over 40 years, change oil and filter every 5000km's not 15000 as recomended by manufacturer but filters are not $5 at least not where I live more like $40 but regardless its worth the cost, good quality synthetics alomg with filter is great insurance, my last vehicle a 2.5lt diesel 4x4 was still going strong at 600,000kms
I first heard of this in the mid nineties from an old man. He said they used to do it when times were tough. Perhaps during ww2? Or the Great Depression? But filters are cheap enough and easy to get nowadays and an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, as they say.
Very good points …Change the oil filters all the time ,when changing oils
Excellent .You have mentioned the most important point . Bypass line will open in case filter gets clogged . So lets not assume filter will work as much as we hope . It will relieve itself from its duty cause the oil gear pump creates very high pressure and the paper will tear apart if its clogged . So the safety bypass will open
Several years ago a major filter manufacturer's oil filter for most Ford's was found to have a bypass which wouldn't open. If it clogged you could have zero oil flow with the small-block V8's it was used on and, your gauge would still indicate normal oil pressure, leading to loud expensive noises from under the hood and a case of pedestrianism for the driver. I stopped using all their products at that point, even though the problem was fixed. Lost trust is very hard to overcome.
I used Amsoil on a 77 Malibu starting at 100,000 miles burning a little oil. Changed the oil filter every 6 months and never changed the oil again just topping up at the filter change. I got rid of that car at 350,000 miles because the rest of the car fell apart. The engine didn’t burn a drop and still ran good.
bullshit, no oil is gonna last 250000 miles. If you're only topping up at filter changes its gotta be less than a quart each time
Always change your oil filters when doing a oil change,I thought that would be common sense but the fact that a video needs to be made about says it all.
I live out in the country. I changed my synthetic oil every 3000 miles & premium oil filter every alternate.
If your engine does not burn oil and you use synthetic oil every other oil change works for me.😊
Finally, A mechanic who knows what he's talking about. Thank you Sir for the video.
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I look at it like this the filter cost me nothing compared to a new engine.but I do severe service driving full synthetic top Shaffers supreme 9000
Most of the newer cars use a small filter compared to the old cars. That smaller filter can trap less gunk and will clog far more easily, so it's more important than ever to change the filter every time.
You do whatever you want I'll be changing mine
I change the oil every 10000km and filter every 20000km and use only Castrol oil .. never had any problems.. I do this on my turbo diesel navara because for some crazy reason they designed the filter to come off with the open side facing down and it’s a mess every time so it just skips a change and it doesn’t complain.. the Honda now get the same treatment and the same oil and it’s done over 300000km .
With upside-down spin-on filters poke a hole in the filter when draining your oil to allow air in, and almost all the oil in the filter will drain out. Much cleaner job.
Along with what you said i think about that 16 to 32 ounces of OLD oil that are in the old filter mixing with the new/fresh oil you just replaced.
At 2:33 you show the oil jug pouring the wrong way. Avoid spills!
Haha definitely, motor oil is too expensive!!!
Hello can you explain why thats the incorrect way? Just curious
As a retired multi repair shop owner over 35 years not as a mechanic, I still own a 10 bay shop that I lease out. I understand the stigma attached to auto shops, AC Techs, builders, ten things your Doctor doesn't want you to know and the list goes on. I'm suspicious of a business that has to tell me how honest they are. The first thing you want to find out is if anyone is paid on commissions at all, if so buyer beware. I paid salary/hourly with no incentives for anything. The three ladies that worked the counter were ASE Certified and knew more than most customers especially for routine maintenance.
Good video! I have been a mechanic for over 30 years and what you are saying is correct, I choose to change oil& filter every 3 - 4000 miles. I have seen what damage that can be done if you don't change it according to your driving habits.
add a few splashes of transmission fluid with oil changes itll add a little more detergents and clean out the gunk build up
A clean new filter never ruins anything.
A clogged one does.
Filters are cheap, engines are not!! Don’t be cheap!
Here in Brazil, my vstrom filter costs more than $50 while the 3 liters of oil costs only $15. In some cases, oil filters aren't that cheap.
Is the old days the 60/70’s they said the filter didn’t clean properly till later in the oil change. Hens second oil change. But now as you said. What’s a bit of oil and a filter , it’s cheap compared to a new engine
Not changing the filter is absolutely ridiculous.
100% Agree
If you're changing your oil every 5k miles what is the point of buying a 20k filter?
You're already doing the dirty deed of changing the oil, so why not change the filter while you're at it
A filter cost about between $5 and $20 an oil change. Why would you risk skimping on it.
Not always! Here in Brazil, my vstrom filter costs more than $50 while the 3 liters of oil costs only $15
@@magichatake I suggest you buy some from elsewhere on the internet .
Yes! Do change oil and also filter!! Every oil change! But for those that don’t want too !! It’s your car and I guess you have money socked away right if anything happens!!! Right!!!😂😂😂😂
Paper (cellulose) element, semi-synthetic element or full synthetic element?????
YES!!!
used to be every other oil change (look it up) change the filter, now it every oil change, makes more sense, and every 3000 for conventional and 5000 for synth. always a good rule of thumb the 10000 miles just gives you a little wiggle room if there's a blizzard and have to go an extra 1000 mile to change,
Totally agree! Keeping it every oil change just makes sense. Can’t risk letting the engine get grumpy!
You have some good videos. You guys still in Denver? Hard to find a good place up in Fort Collins.
Always do both.
I agree!
I have not change my oil filter for 2yrs now because of a simple interal trick.
Oil and filters are cheap. Engines are not.
The filter holds dirty fuel diluted oil. Change it every time it's so cheap. It is a no brainer.
I just throw mine through the dishwasher and throw it back on there tho..
Change it. Period!
Agreed!
Oil filter costs less than a coffee, why not change it at every oil change?
A filter is $10 and an engine is 9k plus.
Short answer: Yes. Change the filter. I'd rather spend tens of dollars rather than thousands. Furthermore, what is the primary goal of the manufacturers? To sell as many cars as possible year after year. That can't happen if Your car lasts 20+yrs instead of 3-5yrs!
oh man but some filters aren't that cheap. The OEM for the Honda' CB 500x and Suzuki Vstrom 650 costs more than $50 here in Brazil. The 3L of oil costs only $15
Why is this even a question?
Why would you not change the oil filter? You’re already under the car; it would take no more than 2 minutes to unscrew the old. I wonder if I could reuse condoms to save money.
Not changing the oil filtre is "penny wise pound foolish"
YES! It is cheap, just do it.
Oil filter is cheap, engine is not
Remember, manufacturers want your car to break.
Synthetic oil and filter every 5k miles or a year and oil filter every 2.5k miles
There is no question. Change the filter every time. A filter is cheap
some filters aren't cheap. Example: The Honda's CB 500X and Suzuki's Vstrom oil filters costs more than $50 here in Brazil. The oil costs only $15 for 3 liters.
Yeah don't be a cheapskate, you won't loss anything by changing your filter every time you change your oil