6 Best Ways to Get an Oil Filter Off (Review)
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- Not getting an oil filter off can make an easy job something miserable. Over the years of maintaining cars I have put a compilation of my most effective ways of getting an oil filter off. I start off the video with my least favorite and then work up to my favorite methods that get oil filters off more consistently. I also talk a little bit about the positives and negative's of each method. I hope you enjoy the video and can get something valuable from this video. If you like the content or have better methods please leave comments. If there's a better way I would be able to benefit from your comments.
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Transcript:
Over the years I have found six
effective ways of getting oil filters
ff now I'm going to share these my
least favorite all the way to my
favorite number six this is my least
favorite so you find the right size and
this is actually really critical and it
does work but it does slip it slips
quite a bit and this is why I don't like
it one good thing however about this
wrench is that it is compact number five
there's a lot of these strap type
wrenches and they can be effective they
fit they grab but one of the big
problems is the handle is so big that it
gets in the way of all the other parts
of the engine number 4 i'm not proud of
it none of us are but we've all done it
take the screwdriver the hammer and you
tap it out and yes it is effective and
it works it's just painful
number three I really like this one it
does a terrific job sometimes the handle
is a little bit big but it really grabs
and you can see it crushing this filter
so yeah effective number two now we're
getting down to my favorites this is
really squishy it'll conform to every
filter size and it actually because of
the rubber it grips I mean it is just
like using your hand fits into any of
those tight spots and very very
6effective number one this is my favorite
it conforms to any size actually welded
these on to get it a little bit more
grip and you put it on to the filter and
every single time this one works you can
see this one was on tight so if you like
what I've got here please like and
subscribe
Who else is watching this underneath their car
Crying as well because wtf
Yeah! And contemplating what else I could have spent 25$ other than this crapy strap thing that doesn’t seem to friking work.
Right here buddy
Yep I am
25,000 miles without oil change and the filter is completely rusted on
Just finished. Failed. The 90 bucks Gedore sling did not work.
Well at least I got the oil changed.
Screwdriver and hammer. Genius! I lost my tools to remove the filter, then saw this video. Saved the day! Thumbs up.
That always works but it’s messy and pathetic lol
Its risky though if you got an asshole mechanic that screw that shit in with all their might, the screwdriver may tear trough it and not release it. If this happens you're stranded!
I have never in my life had a problem removing a filter by hand. Yesterday one of my cars couldn't get it off. Tried the screwdriver method, worked like a charm. But was afraid at first to try it.
That method makes you feel like a butcher but it ABSOLUTELY works every time
thank you so much. the previous mechanic didn't lube before putting on the filter... took me an hour before using your method which took 2 minutes. thank you again.
For #6, my socket kept slipping so all I did was shove a glove in between the socket and filter and it came right off without a slip. Glad I didn’t have to shove a screwdriver through it
The last one really is the best way that I’ve ever seen. Simple and effective. Not the cheapest but not pricey either
Thanks for doing this video just removed stuck oil filter from my riding mower using the screw driver method . Bugger was on their tight but I was able to get it out!
awesome. love it. My favorite is #3!
5 different oil filter tools and only this one worked!!! Thanks
Option #6 Cap Style wrench was slipping. After seeing your video I bought a 3 point wrench as in option#1. Worked great ! Thank you :)
3 point wrench comes in 2 sizes, there gret to have and with a sheet of rubber will remove any stuck on filter.
Bought one of those and it just slid around the filter. Your #3 is the champ.
Worked on a 5.3 avalanche just now in the garage during a tornado and removed the filter with the screwdriver and hammer since all I have is a basic toolbox. Gonna be a great story one day since it’s my first oil change
As a first time oil changer, at the sad age of 22, this video was extremely helpful. I was working on a 2001 Ford Ranger Edge and the placement of the filter was a nightmare of a tight space. i initially tried the oversized filter socket, with no success. but the filter wrench worked wonders! Looking forward to 3,000 more miles free of worry! thanks Error Code Guy!
I’m glad you found the video useful! I’m glad you were able to get that oil filter off. The nightmare is never fun. Thanks again for your comment.
That's a great video.Thanks for posting it!
I love how the strap thingy has a bottle opener too like damn you need a beer after this evil work of satan has been removed
😂😂
Nice honest opinion,that I totally agree with
that's it, i'm gettin me screwdriver
Lol same
Screwdriver didn't work for me
Option #6 with sandpaper works miracles.
I recently had a tough one and ended up putting two large eye bolts through the cap and using a screwdriver. This was less messy and better access than just driving a screwdriver through the filter.
Thanknyou. Number #4 worked for me.
Helped me more than you know thank you so much
A lot of times #6 -- the cap wrench -- doesn't work because it's the wrong size. You can find 64mm and 65mm, for instance. They're both 14-flute and near identical. A 65mm might be used to remove a 64mm filter, but it'll jam and be hard to get back off the filter. If the filter's too tight it'll probably slip.
Thank you safe me a trip to a shop your favorite was the first one I tried and didn't work then did the crawl then screw driver and nothing then came across your video so gave it another try with your 1st pick and wala it turn.
Missed one-my favorite and it works on many cars is a pipe wrench. Need a larger one like a 14 inch but given a little room it works great. Just won't be able to get it on all vehicles. Also stick some paper sheet(s) in those loose filter cap sockets and that will help to make it grab better.
thanks mate! this worked for me, it was brutal. the location of the oil filter is crap but I was able to get the massive pipe wrench moved it millimetre by millimetre :)
A thin rubber glove which has fantastic grip
If ur gonna use#2, you could also just wrap rubber bands around the top ten turn... Or you can wrap rubber bands around the filter first then use ur tool of choice to have some grip on order to have torque to turn it...I actually prefer the socket filter tool because the ratchet gives the best torque IMO... You could use the socket and create more torque by jamming a piece of paper between the socket and the filter before turning....
Wide rubber band(s) wrapped around the filter are my first choice if gloved hand doesn't work. Adds grip and added diameter. Leave there if needing to use other wrenches or grip devices. Free and compact.
Thanks, good idea... I have , only had couple Oil filters had trouble with on over my life..........in 2016 ,I actually got a MOPAR Dealership ( probably a mistake) Oil Change Program , with Convevtional MOPAR Oil, my first time, & they TURN THE PERMFORMAX PF-167 Filters( **NEW Filters fir me?, I assumed ,?, PENNZOIL Mfgr). on , seemingly, way To tight ...as I occasionally change Filter after a month or two of hard, dusty use.......( ROYAL PURPLE...)....
Regarding # 6 I will be trying 6 later today however I will put some sheet metal screws through the bottom, pushing it in and give it a twist.
Hope it works and by the way I enjoyed your video!
I use # 6,3,&1 #1 my favorite
# 3 worked for me
I cant believe your No.1 choice! Have you tried it on a dirty, oily filter? it doesn't grip at all!
yeah I kind of felt the same way because that's for taking caps off of like pop bottles that are stuck
Okie thanks am about to number 4
You dont pound the screwdriver through the thin filter sheetmetal. Use it on the lip of the filter at the top where the metal is doubled over. You can also use a chain visegrip or they make nylon strap wrenches (Lisle brand and others) for use with a ratchet or wrenches that use a chain instead of a strap.
also pounding the screw driver that close to the spindle can cause damage to the mount.
I drilled thru mine with a wood bore bit then put the screwdriver in to avoid pounding
Hammer and screw is the way for me!
Ratchet strap so much better. No holes, no possibility of extra damage. No mistakes of the screwdriver finishing opening the filter to leaving you still stuck and having to get a oilfliter removal tool that goes to the ports and then locks on. Works great. But a ratchet strap could have saved the day
Got a hammer n a screw driver doing it now. Lol
Nr. 3 works like a charm on a Ninja 300
We have one in the u.k.clamps a small chain around the filter and levers it off like a pedal bycycle chains but like you say the handle gets In the way.
hi buddy was nice thanks man
C clamp works as well, used that method this past weekend
mekzero The c-clamp worked for my small filter in a tight spot. Thanks for the suggestion!
omg I do have one
I had a stuck filter, and my neighbor lend me a "channel lock" with greet teeth to remove the beat up filter after one hour of failed attempt with my remover tool. The problem was my tool did not grep the smooth surface of my old filter and it has rubber coating.
The best way to get a filter off is to put a light coat of oil on the gasket and not over tighten it in the first place.
fabio40 Some of us don’t know our own strength. Just changed my fiancé’s oil and needed a wrench even though I’m the one who put the filter on and tried *not* to over tighten it last time.
@@NJLev You follow the instructions usually printed on the filter. Spin until it touches, then tighten 3/4 of a turn.
That doesn't help when you aren't the same person that put the filter on, ya know?
@@chuckschillingvideos Chances are you will be the same person if you are changing now?
you can also take a reverse threaded Bolt running up in the bottom of the dam oil filter get an extension and back it right back off cuz the one I'm working on now I can't get it any kind of handle up in there I usually do that drive screwdriver through it but can you do that
I have used a rubber belt that holds your pants up. Wrap around filter though belt buckle and pull on free end.
Mercedes has a plastic housing with filter inside, Best option is oil filter cap wrench otherwise you've got expensive bill replacing filter housing.
Some good tips, thanks
Where is the best place to buy the last option you mentioned?
I was doing a PT Cruiser 2005 oil change I had two little rubber strap wrench tried that the rubber strap broke so I had to go with the screwdriver way add two screwdrivers one was longer one was shorter lucky I went with the longer one because I needed to leverage and I was doing it and it was moving very slowly and literally been the screwdriver that's how much force I had to put on there finally got unlocked I just figured I'd tell you that cuz that was my experience
Thank you for the help I screw drived it😀
What is the name of the tool for #1? Where do you buy it?
Where do i find a tool like your number one????
Is there any way I can find #2 else where?? That amazon link isn't valid anymore
I use # 6 with a Inner tube rubber cut in half coated on the Inside so it will not slip,, Before I remove I always wipe off any oil, dirt, grease/
The cap wrench if it slipping put a sheet of paper or brown paper sack around end of filter and tap the end cap wrench over it and it will tighten around and grip the filter to get it off..
Had to do the screwdriver through the filter thing yesterday. Ripped through most of the filter frame trying to turn it, but after 4 or 5 holes in different spots I managed to break it loose. For the life of me I have no clue how the filter got on that tight.
+Buffalo Chicken77
I definitely hate The screwdriver thing. It always seems to be the last resort though. Four or five holes sounds horrible! I totally feel your pain. I had one filter that I tore the entire outer metal housing off of it, and then use pliers to pull off the internal portions of the oil filter. When that happens you wonder why in the world you're changing your own Oil. I'm thankful that most of the time it's pretty easy, and it gives me the opportunity to take a look around the engine for any other problems. Appreciate your comment.
Well I have this problem with the Super Tech filters as their O Rings swell so badly they make it very difficult to get loose. Using the better and not cheaper filters, not a problem if you oil the O ring before hand. And not leave on for a long time. And not over tightening when installing it.
I always use a screwdriver. I don't remember the last time I used a proper filter wrench!
Where did you get your 2nd option from?
Having problems getting the old one off my '94 XJS. Thing I can't figure out is that Jaguar very clearly emphasizes that a new one should only be put on by HAND tightening (about 1/2 turn after contact made). So, why is it so damn hard to get them OFF by hand (assuming the PO followed directions)?
There’s seal in oil filter that’s rubber, so over time that seal starts starts conform from heat and seazes filter in till next oil change
Where did you get #2 rubber cap? I have toyota Corolla and there is NO access to filter because it's wedged in there. The only chance would be to use a cap wrench like you did in number one. I spent a whole morning trying to get old filter off to no avail, and broke two cap wrenches (yes, two). Finally I bought a high quality cap wrench, and took triple folder coarse sandpaper and put over top of filter, then pounded on cap wrench. It took some effort but it worked, the wrench finally loosened the filter without slipping. I hope this can help someone else.
That's pretty innovative way of getting the wrench to grip better. That #2 rubber cap is a product called the filter gripper. Unfortunately they stopped making this product. It is made of natural latex rubber and as it gets oil on it, the robber breaks down and gets even stickier. Rubber bands are made from the same natural rubber that this product was made from. In a pinch I have used rubber bands to help get a better grip. I'm glad you were able to get your filter off, and back on The road. Thanks for the comment.
Yep "the old coarse sandpaper in the filter wrench trick"used that one myself and it works
Had to cut the whole outer casing off once. Drilled the jaws of adjustable spanner put 2 4” 10mm bolts through drilled holes added nut which gave 2 long prongs. Inserted into holes of cannister joining car and bingo. My last resort!!! After all these failed
where do you get number 2 from
It was kinda damp. The ground was semi soft. I reached under the car and removed the drain plug. I attempted to use a filter wrench to remove the filter. I couldn't get a good grip. So I put a jack under the frame to get a few inches of room. The filter began to crush and not unscrew. I used the screw driver method and the filter just ripped in half at the puncture point. I decided to chisel it off at the block. I needed more room. I jacked the car up a little more. I crawled farther under the car and began to hammer on the chisel. The jack gave way and the frame came down on my jaw. Dislocating it and bounced up and down on my cheek bone. I was trapped under the car. Screaming for help. No response. The semi soft ground that was responsible for my accident was helpful in my attempt to claw the ground away under my head. Incremental moves are responsible for a lot of accidents.
Sad to see what it takes to get our attention, my brother was lucky to have a minor accident with minimal blood loss before he wised up.
I guess you learned the hard way to never hang you life on a 10 cent rubber O-ring in a jack.
The jack was fine. The jack began to lean in the soft dirt when I was muscling the filter off. Then it tipped over. Ouch@@jeffro221
I like the first one, your last favorite. I drill many 3/16th holes in it (6 or 7) , put it on then add some sheet rock screws. Works every time. Great for tight spots and if really stuck as in last resort
Sorry, your lest favorite
but what do you use to get it off after you drill the holes and it puts sheetrock screws in it
@@kennethcollins9585 with ratchet wrench
Screw driver and strap wrench are just tearing it apart and collapsing the housing, going with number one but am going to epoxy the wrench to the filter so it can't slip.
Can't get the screwdriver in a good spot I got a crown vic p71 ND I can't get a hole or untighten it even though I put it on by hand last time
can you give us the name of the products?
I have encountered my 1st oil filter ever which I can't remove. I even tried using #3 and would like to buy the #1 tool but almost think it won't work either. The filter is already so damaged which is frustrating.
+slhines7
It is super frustrating when everything you try fails and start crushing the filter. The #1 filter remover has worked really well for me. Like I mentioned in the video briefly I did modify this filter removing tool, I removed the rubber caps that are normally comes with and I welded on small little spikes. These spikes really help dig into the filter. I have had situations where I had to remove the metal outer housing and use pliers to remove the the filter that way. I hate when this happens, it takes is a simple straightforward job and turns it into agony. Let me know how that job goes.
I just know that you would eventually reply back to me regarding this headache/pain the ass nightmare.
Just know that I applied some of your tips and was finally able to get this altogether "wrong oil filter off"
I ended up covering the filter with silicone/latex gloves and then used one of my old non adjustable;e oil fitler wrenches. It was a huge pain in the ass. I'd send you a picture of how badly damaged the old oil looks but don't know how.
i've tried everything on my 1988 chevy silverado. dang thing wont budge. instead of the screw driver method. i'll just take her to the shop and pay the mechanic to do it.
bad thing is it's a mechanic put the last one on it's his damn fault and he's there the problem they didn't put them on so tight you can't tell me they care
@@kennethcollins9585 exactly! One of the reasons to do your own oil changes...my technique: oil the gasket/threads...hand tighten quite a bit, back it off and re-tighten but not as hard as the first time. Never leaks and always easy to spin off by hand.
I'm here because I really want to avoid having to do a #4 again it's just to messy
Working on my gfs small Kia omg it's in the tightest hard to reach spot cannot move it a mm. Will be getting a 3 prong remover this morning, other good tips from down in the comments for getting grip, rubber gloves, bands, cloth and sand paper. Wish me luck, what the hell are these engineers thinking...
Broke the bottom of the filter and removed everything in it, then I used a hex slot size 12 to loosen it out. Horrible horrible day for me lol
Devin Delgado I might have to do this too. What a hex slot a bolt? Please help
Your favorite too actually won't work on my Volvo, unfortunately. I'm on my third filter wrench now, such a PITA!
I had to purchase a 86mm (I think) ratchet adapter much akin to #6 in the video from the local dealer. Nothing else would work because the filter housing was meant to be reused.
Agree. Looks like he only practiced on dry, non oily filters
Where to get the number 1 wrench?!
+edwin moulic
This oil filter wrench is actually pretty common. I've seen it sold on Amazon and I think I've even seen it sold at Walmart. This oil filter remover is actually pretty effective right out of the box when you buy it, but I made a few modifications to it that improve its effectiveness. It comes with rubber grippers on all three fingers. I removed of these rubber fingers and welded extra metal, then took a round file and created a sharp spike. These sharp spikes grab a little better on the oil filter. Hope this information helps, if you have any effective techniques for getting oil filters off please feel free to explain them in the comments. That would help the rest of us.
AutoZone
1- punch a hole at the bottom of the filter and let it drain. 2 - Push Philips screw driver into and right across the diameter of the filter like in #4 in the video, and turn. No fuss no mess no bs. costs ... $0
I have a GMC Sierra and the filter is in a very tight spot, I tried all of your techniques and the only one that worked was the screwdriver. These damn engineers and their ideas of where to put things pissses me off so much, where did they go to school?
I did the hammer and screwdriver and it shredded the filter my hand slipped and I punched the frame. Needed stitches lol. Got the filter off tho
I'd like to see you try your favorite (#1) with the Honda filter you started the video with.
It won't work.
Totally agree. I think he hasnt tried his No.1 on an oily, slippery filter. Unbelievable choice
#3 for me..................................................................
I tired the screw driver technique but I broke it. I found a small handle chisel and it worked like a charm. I feel bad for the filter, tough.
My screwdriver broke, the other bent, and the filter just didnt budge 😅😅😂😂
There is a lot of space wht about in the car inside??
What is number 2 called?
Looks like an old kitchen jar opener that my grandma used to have (hers was flat, though)
I went and bought the cup thing, too big, and the 3-prong thing, its useless. There's no ratcheting mechanism to keep the tool gripped to the filter canister so the prongs just fly around freely.
Ime stuck with non of the tools the scrow driver didn't help
this would be great if my oil filter was in a big open space :((
you can come up with an upward angle as long as you go through the filter it's going to turn
On my audi my oil filter doesn’t stick out like yours. The cap is completely stripped and I can’t get it off and most of ur ways won’t work because mine doesn’t stick out. Like there’s nothing really to grab
Try this one: th-cam.com/video/k2nDh93-Yog/w-d-xo.html
#4 works and it's messy.
What about a rubber band?
today i m obliged to use n 3 😓😓😓
I like the squishy
this why do they say to change your own oil
Pipe wrench
what is number 2 called, I can't find one
#2 rubber filter gripper
I bought this product quite a few years ago and I think it was a big mistake when they stopped making it. The product was called filter gripper. Anyone who's got it probably won't want to give it up. Let me describe a little bit about how it works, it is made out of natural latex rubber. You would think that it would be slippery when it comes in contact with oil but actually when it gets oil on it it starts to break down the natural latex rubber and it even gets sticky and more grippy. The more you use it the grippy or it gets. A company by the name of flowtool used to make the product. Sometimes if I can't find mine I take some of those natural latex rubber bands and wrap it around the filter and that would also give me a good grip. Sure appreciate the comment, if you have any other questions let me know.
Thanks for following up about number 2. Can you comment about how well it catches the oil that spills out of the filter? This video is the first time I've ever seen one of these devices, and it looks like it would be the cleanest of the 5 options? Thanks again!
It looks similar to rubber jar openers/grips that can still be purchased off Amazon.
I tried the last one, didn't work for me, the thing simple would just slip, I ended up using a screw driver.
The last one right out of the box does slip. I had to modify this one by welding spikes on to the three extension arms. The rubber grips slip, but the metal spikes it seems like it works every time. It takes some time to modify but, it’s worth it. Thanks for the comment. Let me know if you have any other thoughts.
I dealt with an oil filter today that was put on by Thor himself! My hand couldn't get it. Went inside to get a rubber pad and failed. Rubber strap wrench just laughed. Went to the store and got an oil filter wrench but it only crushed the filter. After a few beers and plenty of cuss words, I asked the audience via youtube. I came across the screwdriver method and thought to myself now that's what the thing deserves. Hammered a Phillips head in the side and started to yell like Tarzan. Had to go in the filter twice but finally freed that thing. Who ever it was that put it on is a TOTAL DICK! Anyways I was recommended this video hours later from youtube so I thought I'd check it out to see if there was a better solution. Imo if you got a filter that won't budge try the screwdriver!
And what do you do when the screwdriver just rips through the aluminum can sidewalls?
@@AmbientShades you want it to so you can use the screwdriver handle to turn it
@@makeamericagreatagainI776 Nah, I meant after you drive the screwdriver in, instead of the filter turning the screwdriver just rips through the walls, so you got a half a ripped apart filter stuck on the engine and still won't budge. These things are made from recycled soda cans.
@@AmbientShades luckily mine did not. But if it did then I might try to get a flat head in one off the top holes and hit it with a hammer to loosen it. Better yet ask the people why they screw them on so tight
Best way? Don’t over tighten it and oil on the rubber seal prior to install. I have had to fuck around for two hours to get one filter off. Because some genius decided to super tighten that bitch on there.
As im sitting by the car, thinking who the piss thinks its okay to put one that tight
interesante
The best way to get the oil filter out is to never take your car to the gorilla mechanics at quick lube shops. If they would hand tighten the filter, we would all be happy.
I like the no. 4 its totally screwed..lol
How about hard to reach oil filters, that you cannot get most of these tools to.
Worst number one ever!