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4.0L 1GR 2nd Gen Oil Change Guide

Discussion in 'Technical Chat' started by chris4x4, Jul 8, 2008.

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  1. Jun 30, 2016 at 6:55 PM
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    beachingtaco

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    Just thought i post this for the hell of it. I drained the oil and put a hole in the filter and waited about 10-15 min's and this is what came out of the filter when i took it off.....Don't need much to catch it!

    IMG_3735.jpg
     
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  2. Jul 1, 2016 at 11:24 AM
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    No need to cut a hole in the filter.... it all drains down anyway. That's what I get without cutting a hole in the filter
     
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  3. Jul 1, 2016 at 11:45 AM
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    beachingtaco

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    I saw the "pop a hole" in the filter a few posts back and kinda made sense so i figured i'd try it. I'll do it again next time without the hole and see what i get...

     
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  4. Sep 8, 2016 at 9:32 PM
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    Is anyone else having this problem? I can't get an accurate read from my dip stick. I thought I put too much oil in after emptying all the oil because my dipstick read 2 inches over full after I filled her with 5 qts of oil. So I re-emptied some out and checked, over and over again until I completely drained all the new oil out and the dipstick still read 2 inches over full. Yes, I did give it a few minutes in-between readings and also started the truck up.
     
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  5. Sep 8, 2016 at 10:25 PM
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    Negative here. I changed my oil about 10 days ago. Accurate readings immediately following and, again, last weekend.
     
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  6. Sep 9, 2016 at 5:35 PM
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    You sure you drained your oil and not your transmission?? Not picking - just asking since it has been done many times.....
     
    ImpulseRed008, Sep 9, 2016
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  7. Oct 1, 2016 at 6:45 PM
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    I just did my oil change for a 2012 v6. The oil FILL cap seemed to have a washer. I was lazy and didn't take it off while filling and it dropped in the bay and now I cannot find it. Do you need it or can I just use the cap until I can purchase another one?
     
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  8. Dec 9, 2016 at 1:01 PM
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    "Read about dipstick and filed it to help read levels,"

    As I have never done my own oil change (2 left in my Toyota care), what does this mean?
     
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  9. Dec 9, 2016 at 1:07 PM
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    The dipstick can give variable readings because the tube has two sharp bends in it, causing oil to get smeared in the tube bore. By roughing up the dipstick surface with a file or sandpaper at the notches/holes, some users get a clearer reading.
     
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  10. Dec 9, 2016 at 3:43 PM
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    Thank you KenLyns for correct answer. I had/have very limited knowledge but had trouble reading oil level and had read about this simple fix, worked for me. Nice to have all these members with great tips and info.
     
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  11. Mar 19, 2017 at 12:54 PM
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    Does anyone also get the drain plug gasket stuck on the oil pan? I have to pry/chisel off the Toyota gasket each time with a pocket screwdriver, which sends the gasket flying. Fishing for the gasket on top of the Budbuilt skidplate takes more time than draining the oil... Anyone tried a Dorman gasket, P/N 095-156.1 or 65394?
     
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  12. Mar 19, 2017 at 1:02 PM
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    Every time. I only replace it less than half the time.
     
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  13. Apr 7, 2017 at 3:05 PM
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    The cup trick worked great. Didn't use a bungee. Just a large solo cup and it fit perfectly below the drain.
     
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  14. Apr 7, 2017 at 3:49 PM
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    Same as everybody else...
    Try this buddy... Fumoto valve

    https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003UT822G/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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  15. Apr 7, 2017 at 4:22 PM
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    I second. Fumoto works very well. Get the locking clip. Extra insurance for a few bucks.
     
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  16. Apr 7, 2017 at 4:31 PM
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    @Krazie Sj is an expert oil changer. This thread still cracks me up, honest mistake, still hilarious though. Not picking on you man, just reliving the fun. Lol
     
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    My dipstick always reads correctly on one side or the other, if one side is all smudged, flip it over and it'll be spot on. Same on my brothers 2010 Tacoma.
     
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    Yea the Fumoto valve is popular here. However, I don't like it because it leaves a good amount of oil in the pan.

    My Subaru with its side-opening drain plug wouldn't have this problem, but its oil filter is in a bad spot, so I end up getting my hand covered in oil anyway...
    I have no problems with mine, either, before or after the AFE intake went on.
     
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    Same as everybody else...
    My only gripe with the Full to is that it seems to take about longer to drain than when I used a drain plug. The Fumoto makes things abit easier, I'm 58 and do as much of my maintenance as possible.
     
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    All good. You should know by reading that thread I'm easy going regarding it.


    We cool.
     
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