We tend to think of motor oil as just that stuff that keeps everything slick and sliding smoothly inside of a complex machine; but the truth is, it’s as much a component of that machine as any piston, gasket or bearing. The molecules in your oil roll like tiny ball bearings between your engine’s moving […]

The 1998 Ford Escort uses a transmission filter only in the models with automatic transmissions. The transmission fluid and filter on a model with an automatic transmission will need to be changed at regular intervals; for the Escort, this interval is every 30 months or 30,000 miles. It is relatively easy to complete this task […]

The automatic transmission fluid inside a Honda Ridgeline is responsible for keeping the gears and seals lubricated and conditioned. As the engine is running and the transmission is engaged, the transmission fluid flows out of the transmission pan and into the transmission. The transmission fluid then travels throughout the transmission, covering all of the gears […]

The motor oil inside of the 8N Ford Tractor protects all of the internal parts inside the engine. The oil is pumped out of the oil pan by the oil pump and travels into the oil filter. The oil filter then traps any metal shavings from the oil before the oil reaches the inside of […]

Changing the transmission filter on your 2002 Silverado is similar to changing the oil filter, in that you’ll need to change the transmission fluid at the same time. The filter is mounted to the transmission with the pan covering it; draining the transmission fluid first makes this much easier. Note that this only applies to […]

Changing the oil on a Duramax Diesel is the same as replacing the oil in any car or truck. The only difference is the amount of oil used. The Duramax uses up to 10 quarts of oil. Replacement of the engine oil will prolong the life of the engine. When changing out the oil, always […]

Changing your Toyota FJ Cruiser’s oil does more to extend the life of your engine than any other maintenance. Motor oil lubricates, cools, cleans and protects your engine’s vital moving parts. Toyota recommends an oil change every 6,000 miles with high-grade, synthetic motor oil, while dealers, with their service department and monthly quotas, recommend a […]

You should change the oil in your 1995 Honda Civic DX every 3,000 miles. If the car has high mileage or you drive in demanding conditions, monitor your oil condition and change it more frequently if necessary. Replace the oil filter every time you change the oil to avoid introducing contaminants from an old filter […]

The maintenance plan issued with your 2006 Chevrolet Colorado recommends that you change the oil every 3,000 miles. The truck is equipped with a maintenance-warning system that will notify you if you need to change the oil sooner due to driving conditions. You may be tempted to make a service-center appointment for the oil change. […]

The Mazda 3 was first released in 2004 with excellent reviews. The Mazda 3 is primarily manufactured in Japan, but Volvo and Ford have helped design and upgrade this compact car. Most routine maintenance parts can be found at your local parts store, including aftermarket oil filters. Changing the oil in the Mazda 3 can […]

If your Ford Focus has an automatic transmission, you need to change the transmission fluid filter every two and a half years or 30,000 miles–the same time that you need to change the fluid itself. The filter is bolted in place on the transmission within the fluid pan on 2003 models. This model does not […]

The oil inside of the 2001 Honda Accord is what keeps the moving parts inside of the engine cool and lubricated. The oil is pumped out of the oil pan and through the oil filter. Once that the oil leaves the oil filter, the oil enters into the engine and sticks to all of the […]

With seating for up to seven people and the expected Volvo attributes of safety and reliability, the XC90 is a good choice for those seeking a practical crossover SUV. Like all cars, the XC90’s engine should receive regular oil changes to ensure the long life of its engine. While this can be done at the […]

Unlike most American cars, Volvo automobiles have an oil filter housing that fits around the filter itself. To remove this housing, you or a mechanic must attach an oil filter cap wrench to a socket wrench. Promoted by Oil Filter Housing Many Volvo models have a standard sized oil filter housing, or cap, that covers […]