Re: OIL CHANGES

["Sean E. Mulch" <smulch@bellatlantic.net>]

You should be able to get the filter at any auto-parts store. I got one at my
local NAPA dealer for $16 (!!!!).
Remember that it is a filter insert like on many motorcycles. This means that
the canister is a permanent part of the engine and you just replace the element.
To open the canister you'll need an allen-key. Make sure you've got the right
size before attempting the oil change.

MRobT@aol.com wrote:

> I recently bought my 97 glx and now learned that I cant' get the oil changed
> anywhere except the dealer because they don't have the right filter.  My
> dealer charges $35, WTF?  In previous cars I've usually just kicked down the
> 20 bones at jiffy lube or somtething, but if they're gonna' charge me $35
> every 3,000 miles, I'd rather do it myself.  Where can I get a filter? how
> much will it cost? is it hard to get to in the vr6?
>
> Thanks a lot!
> ROB
> '97 GLX