CarTrek Clean, Cheap and Easy Way to Change Engine Oil (Subaru Example)
Clean, Cheap and Easy Way to Change Engine Oil (Subaru Example)
Overview
Does oil splash everywhere when the oil plug is opened? How can you quickly change the engine oil without special equipment? From jacking the car to effectively using a wrench, I will show you my tricks. I used a Subaru Forester as an example. You may modify it and adapt the ideas to other cars as well.
Other cheap tricks see below links:
How to Raise or Lift a Car without Jack without Stand
The Cheapest Oil Change Using Zero-Cost DIY Tools
N Ways To Remove An Oil Filter Without Special Tool
4 Ways To Make An Engine Oil Funnel & 2 Ways To Pour Oil
Tags
Jack Stand
Oil Pan
Oil Plug
Oil Filter Wrench
Oil Funnel
Oil Change
Cheapest Way
Engine Oil Change
DIY
Motor Oil
Fumoto valve
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This article was originally published on cartrek.com on 2016-02-28. Content has been updated and expanded for 2026.