Oil and Oil Filter Change

What tool is often used to loosen the oil drain plug?

• • Hammer

• • Screwdriver

• • Socket wrench

• • Pliers

Where should you position the oil drain pan?

• • Under the oil drain plug

• • Under the air filter

• • Next to the engine

• • Under the coolant reservoir

What should you check for on the oil drain plug before putting it back on?

• • Rust

• • Cracks

• • Cleanliness and any worn threads

• • Stickers

What’s the purpose of applying fresh oil to the new filter’s rubber gasket?

• • It improves the taste

• • It helps prevent leaks and makes removal easier

• • It keeps the gasket cold

• • It helps the oil flow faster

You should always use a filter wrench to tighten the new oil filter as much as possible.**

• false

• true

• False (hand-tight is usually enough)

• true hand tight is never

What should you do if oil spills during the filter change?

• • Let it dry on its own

• • Ignore it

• • Clean it up to avoid potential hazards

• • Pour more oil on it

Where should you add the new oil?

• • Through the oil filler cap on top of the engine

• • Into the air filter housing

• • Into the radiator

• • In the washer fluid reservoir

How do you know how much oil to add?

• • Fill until it looks full

• • Check your vehicle’s manual for the correct amount

• • Just add a quart

• • Don’t add any oil

After adding oil, how do you check the oil level?

• • Wait until the engine cools and listen for noises

• • Use the dipstick

• • Guess by the amount you poured in

• • Feel the oil with your finger

It’s okay to leave the old oil filter on when changing the oil.**

• False

• true

• never mind

• none of the above