I was about to start an oil and filter change on my S Max and found your video. So glad that I did, because I would have struggled with the oil filter without the tool you have kindly linked in the description. Thank you! 😊
you saved me a load of head scratching, I'd never have found the filter, one chopped 27mm socket and a bit of welding and I have a special service tool to save my knuckles! great video!
Thanks for the video. Just gave up trying to make things work when I discovered your video. Doing this on the equivalent 2013 Mondeo. Have just ordered the tool and oil change postponed till it arrives.
It all becomes easy, when you get on it, get the confidence and start doing it. Please mind, that if your Mondeo has automatic gearbox - oil in that also needs to be changed every 35.000 miles.
Thanks, just done my first oil & filter change. Filter was actually much easier to get to on my 2012 Galaxy, higher up and on right side of engine. , just needed to remove an air hose to get to it.
Great job sir! Many thanks! I would also welcome a video about battery exchange in F.Galaxy, maybe with an electric bridge in order to avoid re-setting onboard devices? Thumbs up!
Just had a look at this as recently acquired an Smax, the service oil light has just come on. Doesn't look too bad a job to do apart from the ridiculous oil filter location. I've got a socket attachment with a nylon strap loop attached, used on a car I had a few years ago, just wondering if that might work...
Thanks! Not sure what fuel filter has to do with oil filter, but I can say for sure that maybe it's possible to replace oil filter without special too with a BIG strugglel... actually no - you still need something special, because access is very limited.
Managedthe removal of the oil filter with a normal 27mm spanner with the front steel plate off the fuel filter for a few more millimeters. Slow process of turning the spanner over every turn but manageable.
Nice job thanks, been trying to do my mondeo and it looks like the same engine and filter placement. My friend did it last time and he cut a spanner in half to get it into the space for the filter and that worked good...
Hi anyone can help me I have a Ford Galaxy PowerShift 2012 it does shake little bit only when I take off but if I'm up the hill taking off it shake too much like DDDD thank you
It depends where the plug is. On VW's it's even better, because plug is at the back of sump. When we did that Ford - it didn't feel that sump tilted that much. I think unless you lift the front ridiculously high - plug still should be at lowest point.
@@wawayltd yeah, just finished the job, I think it drained fully up in the stands. I think I may have slightly overfilled the oil, maybe a couple of mm above the max, so now I'm worried! Should I jack it up and drain a small amount out?
@@daginge29 to much oil is as bad as not enough. done mine today and have always empted the oil then rolled it back off the ramps and started to top up keeping a check on it dont just put the lot it as there is always some left in the engine. put and a 3rd in and keep a check with ths dip stick letting it settle before you rip the dipstick in and out. easy stuff. just keep an eye on the sump plug and filter housing to make sure no leaks.
@@deano386 yeah I was reading that! Car was on drive on a slight slope, when I parked it on the flat and left it to settle, its absolutely spot on the max!
I can do it but with all the mess and hassle, I just pay £25 at my local garage with me supplying the parts as I never trust their oil! Great video though very informative indeed.
Yes. The car in the video is actually automatic (PowerShift). However, you need to remember that automatic gearbox also needs oil change and it also has filter. Once in about 35.000 miles. There are videos here on TH-cam how to service PowerShift gearbox, so I didn't make one... Might do in the future.
If it has 2.0 TDCi engine, then probably yes. Please mind - if you gearbox is automatic, you need to change oil and filter for that one too - about every 35.000 miles. I don't have video for it yet.
@@wawayltd Hey, great. Thanks for your reply. It is indeed the 2.0 Automatic Diesel. Oil has been changed yesterday but the filter hasn't been changed yet as I'll need a new housing cap(for the oil filter). Can it cause a serious issue if the filter isn't changed at the same time? I never had any issue with the transmission but after the full service(including timing belt), I noticed that the car was revving up every time it changed gear(some call it to gear slipping). Do you reckon it has anything to do with not changing the filter? I would appreciate your help! Thanks!
@@jeffersonf8143 Filter needs to be changed as well, not sure what exactly going on when you leave old dirty filter, probably depends how badly it's clogged up.
I was about to start an oil and filter change on my S Max and found your video. So glad that I did, because I would have struggled with the oil filter without the tool you have kindly linked in the description. Thank you! 😊
I had it hard first time.. You're welcome 😊👍
you saved me a load of head scratching, I'd never have found the filter, one chopped 27mm socket and a bit of welding and I have a special service tool to save my knuckles! great video!
Thanks Pablo :)
Just bought a 63 plate S-max, been watchin these for future reference, your vids are super helpful and detailed. Good job!
Thanks Aaron :)
Thanks for the video. Just gave up trying to make things work when I discovered your video. Doing this on the equivalent 2013 Mondeo. Have just ordered the tool and oil change postponed till it arrives.
It all becomes easy, when you get on it, get the confidence and start doing it. Please mind, that if your Mondeo has automatic gearbox - oil in that also needs to be changed every 35.000 miles.
Really useful video.Just done my first oil and filter change thanks to you
Thanks :)
Thanks, just done my first oil & filter change. Filter was actually much easier to get to on my 2012 Galaxy, higher up and on right side of engine.
, just needed to remove an air hose to get to it.
Is it the same 2.0 TDCi engine?
"...higher up and on right side of engine" That sounds like the 1.6 TDCI, not the 2.0 liter! ;-)
Great job sir! Many thanks! I would also welcome a video about battery exchange in F.Galaxy, maybe with an electric bridge in order to avoid re-setting onboard devices? Thumbs up!
Sorry, can't make new videos about that Galaxy at the moment. At some point in the future..
Oh, do you need to do this when changing the battery? :( Thought that went out with Rovers of the 80s!
Just had a look at this as recently acquired an Smax, the service oil light has just come on. Doesn't look too bad a job to do apart from the ridiculous oil filter location. I've got a socket attachment with a nylon strap loop attached, used on a car I had a few years ago, just wondering if that might work...
Good idea 💡
Great video,I would never of found oil filter 👍till I watched this
Thanks Rob! Not only it's tricky to find, also it's a nightmare to get it out without special tool :))
Great video and well described. Am I right in saying that access can be gained to the oil filter without the tool when replacing the fuel filter?
Thanks! Not sure what fuel filter has to do with oil filter, but I can say for sure that maybe it's possible to replace oil filter without special too with a BIG strugglel... actually no - you still need something special, because access is very limited.
Managedthe removal of the oil filter with a normal 27mm spanner with the front steel plate off the fuel filter for a few more millimeters. Slow process of turning the spanner over every turn but manageable.
It is awkward position 🙄
Thanks for the video very well extended. I have the 2.2 smax sport great cars
Glad if it helps 👍
Nice job thanks, been trying to do my mondeo and it looks like the same engine and filter placement. My friend did it last time and he cut a spanner in half to get it into the space for the filter and that worked good...
That filter is nightmare :)
Nice video. Easy to follow, Many thanks for posting.
Thanks Brian :)
Great vid i have the Ford Galaxy 2.0 Tdci 10 plate. Can you make a video showing how to change pollen filter ?
Thank you so much,Very good technique.
Thanks 👍
Great video, very good tutorial. Thanx!
You're welcome 😊
Thank you very much!
You're welcome!
great video. thank you!
You're welcome 👍
Think you, I have a 2014 ford galaxy automatic, is I guess it would be same on there too
If it's 2 litre diesel engine - yes.
Yes it's a 2 litre
Should be the same then 👍
is it me or did they purpously make EVERYTHING on this car hard to replace and hard to find?
Yep. It is challenging 😉
Great vid. I'm about to check if I can get underneath without a jacks.
That will be very tricky ;) Find ramp?
WheelsAndMotors looks like i will have to try something like that.
Very good 👍 I have got s max
Thanks 👍
Where would recommend jacking up from? The sills? Or do you use another point?
I stick my jacks onto seals, there should be hardened spots for jacking..
Thankyou great video
Thanks Paul :)
Excellent video. Thank you very much.
striker You're welcome :)
Hallo, should I add the whole 5l of oil or like 3 liters r enough?
If I remember correctly, that engine takes just over 5 litres. There's a dipstick to check the level.
Hi anyone can help me I have a Ford Galaxy PowerShift 2012 it does shake little bit only when I take off but if I'm up the hill taking off it shake too much like DDDD thank you
Is it not necessary to leave the car horizontal to get all the oil out?
It depends where the plug is. On VW's it's even better, because plug is at the back of sump. When we did that Ford - it didn't feel that sump tilted that much. I think unless you lift the front ridiculously high - plug still should be at lowest point.
Doing this tomorrow, do I have to let the car off axle stands and back down level to drain all oil?
I don't think so, if it's lifted only this much, drain plug must be still lowest point.
@@wawayltd yeah, just finished the job, I think it drained fully up in the stands. I think I may have slightly overfilled the oil, maybe a couple of mm above the max, so now I'm worried! Should I jack it up and drain a small amount out?
@@daginge29 to much oil is as bad as not enough. done mine today and have always empted the oil then rolled it back off the ramps and started to top up keeping a check on it dont just put the lot it as there is always some left in the engine. put and a 3rd in and keep a check with ths dip stick letting it settle before you rip the dipstick in and out. easy stuff. just keep an eye on the sump plug and filter housing to make sure no leaks.
@@deano386 yeah I was reading that! Car was on drive on a slight slope, when I parked it on the flat and left it to settle, its absolutely spot on the max!
I can do it but with all the mess and hassle, I just pay £25 at my local garage with me supplying the parts as I never trust their oil! Great video though very informative indeed.
Thanks :)
Hello, what year is this vehicle?.
Hi, 2014.
Does it work the same on an Automatic? Thanks
Yes. The car in the video is actually automatic (PowerShift). However, you need to remember that automatic gearbox also needs oil change and it also has filter. Once in about 35.000 miles. There are videos here on TH-cam how to service PowerShift gearbox, so I didn't make one... Might do in the future.
Is it same process for 2.0L petrol ecoboost for galaxy 2010?
Not sure.. Is oil filter located in the same place?
Thank you for this. Really helps.
You're welcome :)
Good Job... Thumbs up
Thanks Thomas 👍
Would this be the same for the Ford Galaxy Zetec 2014?
If it has 2.0 TDCi engine, then probably yes. Please mind - if you gearbox is automatic, you need to change oil and filter for that one too - about every 35.000 miles. I don't have video for it yet.
@@wawayltd Hey, great. Thanks for your reply. It is indeed the 2.0 Automatic Diesel. Oil has been changed yesterday but the filter hasn't been changed yet as I'll need a new housing cap(for the oil filter). Can it cause a serious issue if the filter isn't changed at the same time?
I never had any issue with the transmission but after the full service(including timing belt), I noticed that the car was revving up every time it changed gear(some call it to gear slipping). Do you reckon it has anything to do with not changing the filter?
I would appreciate your help!
Thanks!
@@jeffersonf8143 Filter needs to be changed as well, not sure what exactly going on when you leave old dirty filter, probably depends how badly it's clogged up.
@@wawayltd Fantastic! Many thanks!
Do you know where i would add gearbox oil as i have a 2 litre smax
Is your gearbox - powershift?
WheelsAndMotors yes it is
very good video, thx
Thank you :)
Are you in Bristol?
I am.
@@wawayltd
Where in Bristol. I am also in Bristol
I live in Henbury.
I live in Bedminster and have same car and it is a taxi
3:37 - lol, for real? You should use your hand. The tool won't rust though haha!
Why hand? Especially if oil can be 90°+ and it doesn't harm the tool..
neues Auto?
2014
Nicht mein - es gehört meinem Freund.
😉
my ford told me it needs 5.5 litter.
Yeah, I have a VW that by manual requires 4.3 litres - I just pour 4.5 litre bottle in.