Its very simple to change all you need is a 1in socket i belive and a 3 or 6 in extension and a ratchet. when you unscrew the the cartridge the filter is still attached just pull the filter off change gthe big o ring pop the new filter on and screw it back in.
well…assuming that it isn’t the S/C model…all you need is a 32mm socket and about a 6-12 inch extension(if you don’t have the special “ecotec filter tool” which is pretty much a 32mm). Pretty easy on the non s/c cars…15mm for the pan bolt. the filters are pricey for some reason though($5-$7) and 5 quarts of whatever oil you desire, preferably 5w-30. Some cars are different though. Mine takes about 5 3/4 quarts…O there aren’t any O rings on the filter itself, unless the little green thing on the nubby end is one, which in that case they come out with the old one and are included on the new one…pretty hassle free
Make sure you get a shallow 32 mm socket. I had a deep socket and it would barely touch and rub on the plastic intake plentum. Once you get the socket it is easier than the traditional way.
Make sure you get a shallow 32 mm socket. I had a deep socket and it would barely touch and rub on the plastic intake plentum. Once you get the socket it is easier than the traditional way.