Best tool for removing oil filter on 944

[bw64870]

So i went to change the oil in the 944 for the first time, and there is no way i could get the filter off with the tools i had. I wasn't even confident that the screwdriver in the side and get it off that way would work because there is so little space around it. So i had no choice but to leave the filter unchanged (atleast i think the filter is only been on for under 1000 miles, but would like to change it asap anyway)

so what tool do people use to get the filter off?

Apart from that... i have now perfected my favourite trick of completely misjudging the catch try and shooting oil all over the floor []

 

[zcacogp]

ORIGINAL: bw64870
i have now perfected my favourite trick of completely misjudging the catch try and shooting oil all over the floor []

Matt,

That's an easy trick - I perfected it ages ago!

You can get oil filter removal tools that work from in front of the filter, and have three 'legs' which grip it on the sides. Like this:

http://www.screwfix.com/prods/48077/Van-Car-Accessories/Mechanics-Tools/Oil-Filter-Wrench

This is ideal for the filter arrangement in the 944 as you can easily get such a tool over the top and remove the filter forwards, BUT it makes a prize mess everywhere (as you found out.)

However, I seem to recall reading a group test of such tools and there was one that did better, but was of a very similar design. It could have been made by laser, not sure.


Oli.

 

[PJS917]

I always use a strap type fillter remover and never had a problem removing the filter (yet)

 

[random hero]

I use the K&N oil filter now,i'm sure it works no better than a standard one but has a nut welded to the top so you can remove the filter with a socket or spanner.

 

[bw64870]

Nice, i like the sound of that, such a simple idea

where can you get them from?

 

[random hero]

I bought mine off ebay for about £12 inc postage.

 

[Sandspider]

I used a combination of an oil filter wrench (not designed for my filter, but I managed to dig the jaws into the sides of the filter from above) and the old screwdriver in the side trick. The mess was no worse than it would have been otherwise! I find if you put the screwdriver through the filter from the back of the filter (i.e. passenger compartment side) towards the block there's enough room to just do the first bit of loosening, possibly with the help of a hammer...

Giles

 

[edh]

ORIGINAL: zcacogp

ORIGINAL: bw64870
i have now perfected my favourite trick of completely misjudging the catch try and shooting oil all over the floor []

Matt,

That's an easy trick - I perfected it ages ago!

You can get oil filter removal tools that work from in front of the filter, and have three 'legs' which grip it on the sides. Like this:

http://www.screwfix.com/prods/48077/Van-Car-Accessories/Mechanics-Tools/Oil-Filter-Wrench

This is ideal for the filter arrangement in the 944 as you can easily get such a tool over the top and remove the filter forwards, BUT it makes a prize mess everywhere (as you found out.)

However, I seem to recall reading a group test of such tools and there was one that did better, but was of a very similar design. It could have been made by laser, not sure.


Oli.

That's the right tool for the job - I think I got mine from machine mart & it works very well.
http://www.machinemart.co.uk/shop/product/details/cht424-oil-filter-claw-wrench/path/

 

[rcsalmons]

Strap tool of ebay £2.

Rich

 

[marcoturbo]

I use this kind of tool
http://www.jeanbuser.com/cle-pour-filtre-huile-944-928-993-filtre-smoteur_p4053.html

 

[A.Wang]

I used this for the last two DIY oil changes: http://www.machinemart.co.uk/shop/product/details/cht241-2-way-oil-filter-wrench/brand/clarke

It's bi-directional and tightens its grip on the oil filter the more you turn the wrench.

 

[peanut]

I just use my both hands never failed yet but I always make sure I use a petrol rag to get the oil off first and sometimes some fine grit to get a good grip.

Arms like an orang-utan[]

 

[berg944]

I use Mann oil filters and purchased their own removal tool that fits the small flats on the top (£5). It puts a large nut and 1/2' drive on top of the filter.

TOP TIP........... Punch (NOT DRILL[]) a small hole in the top off the filter to let the air in and most of the oil will drain out of the filter.[]

Mike[:'(]

 

[zcacogp]

ORIGINAL: berg944
TOP TIP........... Punch (NOT DRILL[]) a small hole in the top off the filter to let the air in and most of the oil will drain out of the filter.[]

That's a good tip ... thanks. Will try it next time I service it.


Oli.

 

[JamesO]

ORIGINAL: peanut

I just use my both hands never failed yet but I always make sure I use a petrol rag to get the oil off first and sometimes some fine grit to get a good grip.

Arms like an orang-utan[]


+1

 

[tr7v8]

I bought a cap tool, fits Merc as well as Porsche & makes it a very easy job. Mine is 3/8th drive & cost about a fiver.
PS It is worth popping the headlights up as well as doing that takes the linkage out of the way & gives more space to get the filter out.

 

[Neil Haughey]

I have to say many of these tools look like they may be easier then the oil filter pliers I use. I have seen many mechanics use these so I bought a pair for myself. You only need it to turn the filter enough to then twist it off by hand if at all possible. For some reason it is much tighter around the filter on my 968, looks like removing the airbox will help.

I also put a plastic bag under the filter and then tip the filter straight into the bag, this catches most of the oil. I don't drain the oil hot like you are supposed to, instead given that I have plenty of time I just leave the car to fully drain.

I also want to fit oil drain valves to both my cars, this will make life easier and prevent any worry of stripping the sump plug hole.

 

[Guest]

ORIGINAL: marcoturbo

I use this kind of tool
http://www.jeanbuser.com/cle-pour-filtre-huile-944-928-993-filtre-smoteur_p4053.html

Me too.. Its really handy to use with a long extension bar.

I got it off this fella on eBay .. This one isnt exactly like mine so it would be worth checking with the seller first to see if he has the correct one

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Oil-Filter-Tool-Mercedes-Audi-Seat-Skoda-BMW-Porsche-VW_W0QQitemZ220372065694QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM?hash=item220372065694&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=72%3A1683%7C66%3A2%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318

 

[Pastry]

bit of a thread necro but thought id mention it;

bought one of these from local halfords today;

http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_productId_199193_langId_-1_categoryId_165469

so much easier than fiddling with a chain wrench.

 

[Neil Haughey]

ORIGINAL: tr7v8

I bought a cap tool, fits Merc as well as Porsche & makes it a very easy job. Mine is 3/8th drive & cost about a fiver.
PS It is worth popping the headlights up as well as doing that takes the linkage out of the way & gives more space to get the filter out.

Since the thread has been resurrected I thought I would second this. I spotted one in Halfords a few months back and have used it on the 968. Absolutely brilliant, it makes the job just sooo easy.