how to change oil

What is the function of the oil pan in a car's engine?

• To ensure the engine has enough oil for proper lubrication
• To dispose of the used oil safely
• To protect your hands from getting dirty
• To collect and store the engine oil

What is the function of the oil pressure light in a car?

• To ensure the engine has enough oil for proper lubrication
• To dispose of the used oil safely
• To indicate low oil pressure in the engine
• To protect your hands from getting dirty

Why do you use a torque wrench when tightening the oil drain plug?

• To remove the oil cap with a socket or adjustable wrench
• To twist the oil filter counter clockwise to remove it
• To ensure the drain plug is tightened to the correct specification
• To loosen the oil drain plug counterclockwise

What is the purpose of the oil filter in a car?

• To twist the oil filter counter clockwise to remove it
• To protect the engine by filtering out contaminants from the oil
• To remove the oil cap with a socket or adjustable wrench
• To loosen the oil drain plug counterclockwise

What is the first step for changing the oil in a car?

• Park the car in a garage on a flat spot
• Drive the car up onto steel ramps
• Jack the vehicle up by placing your car jack beneath the chassis
• Remove the oil cap with a socket or adjustable wrench

What is the purpose of transferring the used oil to a sealable waterproof container?

• To dispose of the used oil safely
• To prepare the new oil filter
• To ensure the engine has enough oil for proper lubrication
• To protect your hands from getting dirty

Why is it important to check the oil level using the dipstick after changing the oil?

• To dispose of the used oil safely
• To protect your hands from getting dirty
• To ensure the engine has enough oil for proper lubrication
• To twist the oil filter counter clockwise to remove it

What is the correct method for removing and replacing the oil filter?

• Twist the oil filter clockwise to remove it
• Rub some oil on the gasket to prepare the new filter
• Twist the oil filter counter clockwise to remove it
• Use pliers to remove the oil filter

What is the purpose of wearing protective gloves when changing the oil in a car?

• To twist the oil filter counter clockwise to remove it
• To protect your hands from getting dirty
• To loosen the oil drain plug counterclockwise
• To remove the oil cap with a socket or adjustable wrench

What is the recommended interval for changing the oil in a car?

• Every 50,000 miles
• Every 3,000 miles
• Every 10,000 miles
• Every 20,000 miles