2017 Toyota Rav4 | How To Change Oil and Oil Filter

In this video I show you how I changed the oil and filter on our 2017 Toyota Rav4.
By the way, if you want to do the job faster you don't have to remove the drain plug at the bottom of the oil filter housing. I cover that in this video: • 2017 Toyota Rav4 | Don...
How often do I change my oil? - I use Mobil1 synthetic oil and change it every 6 months or 6k miles, whichever comes first.
Oil Type 0-20
Oil Capacity with filter change - 4.6 quarts
Oil Drain plug torque specs - 30 ft-lbs
Oil Filter Housing torque specs - 19 ft-lbs
Oil filter housing drain plug torque specs - 9 ft-lbs
If your engine is cold, run your engine for 5 mins before draining the oil. The oil drains faster when the engine is warm.
If your filter housing spins when you are removing the filter housing drain bolt, tighten the filter housing more and try again. It still happens to me even when following the torque specs. I now torque the filter housing to 20 ft-lbs, we'll see if that works better.
When you check your oil, check it when the engine is warmed up. If its cold, run the engine for about 5-10 minutes. After you turn off your engine, Toyota says to wait 5 minutes before checking your oil level.
It is not recommended to reuse the oil drain plug washer. IF you need to, only do this once.
Dispose of your oil by putting it in containers and taking it to your local AutoZone or your nearest oil recycling center. AutoZone will dump the oil and give you back your containers.
You can find the Toyota Manual for this car online here:
www.toyota.com/owners/resourc...
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[@ChavezDIY]

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[@wesraspiller7819]

Awesome video!! No fluff, no crazy music, just a straight forward and thorough step by step guide. Thank you!!!

[@ChavezDIY]

Thanks! Yessir, I like to get straight to the point 😁

[@petekoutoulas9161]

I was thinking the same thing. Well done.

[@honestdream]

That is a great video! I've been a teacher for almost forty years, and I've never seen a clearer lesson! It was cool that you admitted when you made a couple of mistakes, too; it made me trust you. 🙂

[@ChavezDIY]

Thanks! Sometimes when I feel its helpful I will mention my mistakes. Other times I leave out mistakes for the sake of making a video concise. =)

[@dougwelch6446]

Absolutely one of the best how too video's I ve seen ! Very clear, to the point and everything needed to get the job done ! Keep up the good work !

[@ChavezDIY]

Thanks for the feedback! My goal is to help people to do their own oil change 😎👍🏻

[@unclejediisampsonii3624]

Best I've seen, by far, thankyou

[@robertrosas435]

This was probably the best information on how to chg oil and filter, he covered everything. Hit on all the points, he even tells you where to place the jack to lift your car. Great job!

[@ChavezDIY]

I'm glad it was helpful! I want other people to be able to change their oil too =)

[@paulv8453]

I’ve watched a ton of how to videos & this has got to be one of the best & most concise videos out there. Really great job at pointing out the parts & locations & video editing. Thanks

[@ChavezDIY]

Awesome, thank you for the feedback! I appreciate it! =)

[@hawaiianstyle3252]

Very well presented with a clear step-by-step explanation. Good job. This video is GOOD as he does not go off the rails and talk about all kinds of irrelevant stuff like many other video creators do. It was good as it was plain and simple and straight to the point. No fluff. Very well done.

[@ChavezDIY]

Good luck changing the oil on your Toyota!

[@cshaffer]

Thanks for all your help! You're one of the clearest automotive teachers I've ever seen. Keep up the good work!

[@ChavezDIY]

Awesome! Thanks for the warm feedback! =)

[@ronrico_rumm9382]

This is by far the most legit, very precise and helpful video maintenance i have ever seen period. Thanks for sharing 🙏. 😃. Very simple and looks easy. Now off i go do my rav4 for an oil change.

[@ChavezDIY]

I'm glad it was helpful! My goal is to provide people with enough information so that they can do their own oil changes.

[@NikeBasketball43]

One of the best oil change videos on YT. Thank you for your diligent work!

[@ChavezDIY]

It's my pleasure to help other people do their own oil change. =)

[@richalexandersen5524]

Young man, you make very professional videos. This was one of the best made MX videos I’ve seen that wasn’t professionally made by the manufacturer.

[@ChavezDIY]

Thank you for the feedback! =)

[@RealLeafypooptarts]

Great vid. Changed the oil in my 2016 Rav 4 for the first time and used this vid throughout the process. Thanks a lot!

[@ChavezDIY]

You're welcome!! Congrats on the oil change! 👍🏻😎

[@a.practicalman]

Awesome video with no extraneous material! FYI: My STP oil filter came with the plastic oil filter drain in the box. The end that goes into the oil filter housing was threaded making it much easier to get a good seal. Thanks again! 👍👍

[@ChavezDIY]

I wish the Toyota oil filters came with the threaded attachment. It's okay though because I no longer drain the filter from the bottom. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5qWfaaah5h0abc

[@MattTrevett]

Excellent video. I will definitely be coming back to your channel in the future for additional repairs and maintenance videos.

[@ChavezDIY]

Awesome, thank you! =)

[@brassmule]

Great video, excellent camera work here to very clearly and completely show this process. Thank you for taking the time to make this video!

[@ChavezDIY]

You're very welcome! My pleasure!

[@hawaiianstyle3252]

Very well presented with a clear step-by-step explanation. Good job.

[@ChavezDIY]

Thanks for the feedback! =)

[@barry7059]

Great video👍 This was a very detail step by step video & everything was done properly. I've done oil changes on many cars before. I watch this video because the oil filter is somewhat different for this vehicle. Thank you.

[@ChavezDIY]

Thanks 👍😁

[@abbasshahriari9237]

Just excellent. Clear from beginning to the end.

[@ChavezDIY]

Thank you! =)

[@TheMartao1]

Thank you for this video! I am going to try and change my own oil! Watching your video and will the clear instructions I think it’s something I can handle!

[@ChavezDIY]

You're welcome! If you want to make this job easier, watch my other video on removing the whole filter without having to remove the plug underneath. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5qWfaaah5h0abc

[@normalguy4147]

Followed this for the 2016 hybrid, thanks for the help! Wish I'd had watched all the way through first before attempting, I would have put oil on the seals like you suggest, oh well, I'll remember next time! Thank you again so very much!

[@ChavezDIY]

You're welcome! I'm glad you were able to change your own oil. Next time lube that seal =)

[@sauldiaz9805]

Absolutely amazing video, very informative and helpful.. good job Miguel!! 👍👍

[@ChavezDIY]

Happy to help brother!! =)

[@rubendiaz-nn3dv]

awesome video, you should be a mechanic instructor or teacher. Good voice, well explained, no fast no slow, and very very very clear english.

[@ChavezDIY]

Thanks for the feedback!! I used to work as a teacher assistant many years ago. I work in mental health as a therapist.

[@asusgoncalves]

Never thought an oil change video Could be so pleasant to watch. Thank you! Now, what the yuk is that filter thing, jeez, what happened to the filters nowadays… I thought my Aldi was silly with its housing, but this 🙄 now I gotta buy a tool to remove that thing. 😂

[@ChavezDIY]

You're welcome! I am not a fan of this filter type either. I guess it's probably eco friendly to toss the used paper filter in the trash instead of a whole metal canister with the paper filter in the trash. It reduces metal waste?

[@moekilla1718]

loved the video bro!! Clear and to the point. 10/10

[@ChavezDIY]

Thanks! I appreciate the feedback! =)

[@Idreesniazi1]

Wow 😊 that’s awesome.. first ever watch oil change video but still not ready to give a try 😅 Thanks for the video and tips at the end.

[@ChavezDIY]

Still not ready? One day you will be ready! 😁👍🏻

[@jorgeramos2746]

Consice information, no music. Congratulations!

[@ChavezDIY]

Many thanks! It gets complicated using music and I find it annoying when other people use music on instructional videos, so I stay away from it, haha.

[@mrjackdaniels0309]

Amazing video! Short, a lot of info on what to do and how to do it. Thank you Chavez!

[@ChavezDIY]

You're welcome brother! =)

[@Tinmansoldier1]

This is a very well edited video. Thank you.

[@ChavezDIY]

Glad you enjoyed it! Good luck on your oil change!

[@brunonikodemski2420]

Better description than all others.

[@ChavezDIY]

Thank you for the feedback! My goal is to provide enough information so others can successfully change their oil.

[@dido1803]

Great presentation!!! Now I know the correct way. It's good that you were able to laugh at your mistakes. I made a few mistakes on the first change.

[@ChavezDIY]

Thanks! It's more helpful to laugh at mistakes rather than continue to feel stress and embarrassment. Mistakes are a normal part of DIY work, that's how you learn.

[@howardnguyen7670]

I have watched a few videos about how to change engine oil on a 2017 Toyota RAV4. You presented the instruction thoroughly, then added a few valuable tips at the end of the video. Two thumbs up for this video. It would be nice if you could show a list of tools needed for the oil change at the beginning of the video, such as the torque wrench, the oil drain pan, specific Toyota filter housing wrench, standard socket with size for the drain plug. This will help the person to gather all before the oil changout.

[@ChavezDIY]

Thanks for the feedback! I will see if I can integrate that information in the video somehow.

[@phoenixfire940]

Perfect tutorial, thanks man!

[@ChavezDIY]

You're welcome! Glad it helped! =)

[@user-rf9ws7hp3e]

Excellent show and tell…. Best I’ve seen 👍🏻

[@ChavezDIY]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it! =)

[@iz1885]

Your video is very professional. Thanks

[@ChavezDIY]

Thank You for the feedback! =)

[@2saint-bell]

appreciate Sir! bless your life FOREVER !

[@ChavezDIY]

Thank you so much! Blessings to you too 🙏🏼

[@matthewdarfus2031]

Thank you for sharing this very useful video. Nicely done Sir!

[@ChavezDIY]

I'm glad it was helpful! Take care of that Toyota engine! =)

[@scottm9966]

Thank you! I appreciate your straight forward step by step instructions AND links for parts! Very well done! Oh and man you've got a very clean undercarriage. Does your Rav4 even get on the road?!

[@ChavezDIY]

You're welcome! You have a good eye! Yes it doesn't get a lot of use, the miles put on it are way less than the industry average. We bought it two months before corona was declared a pandemic and my girl works 5 mins away from home. It currently has about 36k miles, the value of the Rav4 is worth more than the loan amount left, hehe.

[@PaulApollonia]

Very well done video!!! Like WOW. Thank you for putting in the time to do this.

[@ChavezDIY]

You're feedback is much appreciated! =)

[@Stephen-ht4bx]

Excellent work and video

[@ChavezDIY]

Thank you very much! =)

[@rossp1762]

Very good video and very thorough. And thanks for helping me 😊

[@ChavezDIY]

You're welcome! =)

[@CTeves97]

Amazing video explaining perfectly everything!

[@ChavezDIY]

Thank you for the feedback! 🙏🏼♥️

[@BboyBurst]

Great video. Concise and detailed.

[@ChavezDIY]

I'm glad it was helpful!

[@philiprosen2558]

Excellent video, no nonsense...thanks a lot!

[@ChavezDIY]

You're welcome! Good luck with your oil change =)

[@rgagnon6402]

Je suis très satisfait de votre vidéo. Tout est bien expliqué et présenté. Merci beaucoup et félicitations. 😆

[@ChavezDIY]

Thank you! 👍🏻🙏🏻

[@willywally8285]

Great video, helped me very much. Thanks!

[@ChavezDIY]

I'm glad it was helpful! That was my goal when making the video! =)

[@rizzlerazzleuno4733]

Excellent video and narration. Thanks. 👍

[@ChavezDIY]

You're welcome! =)

[@alexeigalan2538]

Best video ever! Thanks a lot

[@ChavezDIY]

You're welcome! =)

[@ChavezDIY]

***I now tighten the filter housing to 20 ft-lbs. When I tighten the housing to 18 ft-lbs the whole housing spins when I remove the bottom nut. That lower nut doesn't need much, don't go over 9 ft-lbs. Check video description for more information. ***

[@jbock114]

This was great, thanks.

[@ChavezDIY]

You're welcome brother! =)

[@johnmitchelljr]

Excellent video. Thank you.

[@ChavezDIY]

I'm glad it was helpful! =)

[@Daedolon134]

Excellent video--thanks!

[@ChavezDIY]

You are welcome!

[@stever.9925]

Great video! Thank you for your time and effort. A good mix of video and stills, and personal tips and official specs. Hahaha, if you were my son, I would be proud. Lol Take care. :)

[@ChavezDIY]

Much appreciated boss! My dad did a lot of DIY work when I was a kid but I never appreciated it until I started doing my own DIY work as an adult.

[@rendileo2149]

Great video!

[@ChavezDIY]

Thank You! =)

[@user-kv3vl3pf2k]

Perfect. Thanks!

[@ChavezDIY]

You're welcome! =)

[@waynedalin4148]

Thank you. Very, very helpful. You should be a teacher!

[@ChavezDIY]

Happy to help! Many years ago I worked as a teacher's aide and as an in-home tutor for elementary school kids, good times! =)

[@MST545]

I like what you did, i wish i had the tools to do this cause it would save me $55 on the swap

[@ChavezDIY]

The tools are an investment and they pay for themselves in the long run. Start small.

[@provisioneyewearoptical786]

very good explanation . thanks

[@ChavezDIY]

I'm glad it was helpful! =)

[@tonquach4158]

thanks bro very good help.

[@ChavezDIY]

You're welcome! =)

[@dankeschon5838]

great video!!

[@ChavezDIY]

Thank you!! =)

[@KimmieDee]

Amazing tutorial bro 👍🏾

[@ChavezDIY]

I appreciate the feedback! =)

[@usingtheirhypocracyagainst8636]

You did a great job thank you

[@ChavezDIY]

You're welcome! =)

[@gdholmfirth]

Good video that showed me how to do the job, but I should add that the plastic tool that goes into the filter to drain it SCREWS in. So very much easier than if you try to force it in, as you did here.

[@ChavezDIY]

Thanks! Regarding the plastic tool, some are threaded that screw in and others snap in. The one in the video is a snap in type. The middle is cut into into three parts that compress and expand to snap in place. I no longer drain the oil through the bottom of the filter. I have a video linked in this video description talking about it.

[@kens97sto171]

Very nice video, clear and concise instructions. I do think that the little drain bolt on the bottom of the filter housing seems a bit pointless. Made a hell of a mess anyway why not just pull the filter housing out and not worry about it.?

[@ChavezDIY]

Thanks! That's a good point about the plug at the bottom of the filter. I don't remove that plug anymore. I cover that in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5qWfaaah5h0abc

[@ErikAagard]

Outstanding!

[@ChavezDIY]

Thank you kindly! =)

[@neilmaldy]

Thanks Miguel!

[@ChavezDIY]

My pleasure brother! =)

[@waltbauder5094]

Excellent

[@ChavezDIY]

Thank you! Cheers! =)

[@robertsmith1768]

Thank you for this. I was under my wife’s RAV4 cursing Toyota because I couldn’t find the stupid oil filter. I asked Siri and she pointed me to your video.

[@ChavezDIY]

You're welcome! Thanks to Siri for pointing you in the right direction 😁🥳

[@claytonbengtson9045]

Thanks!

[@ChavezDIY]

You're welcome! =)

[@dankeschon5838]

professional

[@ChavezDIY]

Thanks! =)

[@susenesh]

Great video.

[@ChavezDIY]

Thanks! =)

[@dankeschon5838]

thank you

[@ChavezDIY]

You're welcome! =)

[@luismejia4505]

Mil gracias amigo

[@ChavezDIY]

De nada!! =)

[@whathappy6052]

Very good

[@ChavezDIY]

Thanks! =)

[@jeniferokeywsu]

Might be a dumb question but is the washer on the oil plug the Toyota oil plug gasket you have linked in the description? I can’t seen anywhere else in the video you used that. Or is that just the Toyota version of the copper washer you used instead.

[@ChavezDIY]

The copper washer I used in the video is from the "copper washer assortment set" in the video description. Yes, the link to the Toyota washers is just the Toyota version of the copper washers I used. I listed the Toyota washers because if that's the only size you need it might be cheaper to buy those Toyota washers. I bought the copper assortment set because I maintain my Acura in addition to two other Toyotas in the family and the other size washers can also come in handy for other things. Its up to you to decided which is the better buy for you.

[@jeniferokeywsu]

@@ChavezDIY got it thanks. Wanting to start doing the oil change on my own. This video was incredibly helpful!

[@Sockmonkey07]

This video was super helpful, it was very clear so thank you for that! I noticed that you didn't fill the filter with new oil before installing it. This is something I've done on all my prior cars. Is there any reason for this?

[@ChavezDIY]

Thanks for the feedback! It is not necessary to fill the filter with oil. Look at the manufacturer owner's manual and service manual and if it says to fill with the filter with oil, you follow the manual. The manuals are created by the engineers that made the car. I am aware that some people fill the filter with oil, but that is not necessary. As an example, my Acura TSX has the famous K24 engine and you can't add oil to the filter because its installed sideways and the oil will fall out before you tighten it. Those K24 engines are among the most bullet proof engines out there. Why did you start filling your oil filter with oil?

[@uc383]

@@ChavezDIY I don't know if some cars still recommend it, but I know some folks would do it to help get a more accurate oil level reading initially. However, your method in the video is the best way to do it if your manual doesn't require adding oil to the filter beforehand. Service shops don't typically have that luxury of time, so they tend to over-fill slightly. Usually not enough to hurt anything in most cases, but still slightly over-filled.

[@gregblackburn4280]

Couple questions: where did you get your torque wrenches? I have trouble finding one that will go to so low a ft-pound setting. Also, could you do a wide-angle view of those jack stand points? Otherwise great video, have this same job today.

[@ChavezDIY]

I bought my torque wrenches on amazon. I currently don't have a wide angle view photo of the jack points. They're easy to find. TEKTON 1/2 Inch Drive Click Torque Wrench (10-150 ft.-lb.) amzn.to/3XS5HlZ EPAuto 3/8-Inch Drive Click Torque Wrench (10-80 ft.-lb. amzn.to/3OH71ns

[@gregblackburn4280]

@@ChavezDIY Thanks. Might try the inch-drive torque wrench you suggested. The one I bought has screwy directions and is hard to read.

[@amilcarpoveda]

very nice

[@ChavezDIY]

Thanks! =)

[@sinhluong2485]

How do you know what sized filter tool to buy to remove the filter housing shown at 4:30?

[@ChavezDIY]

The one that I used is listed in the video description: Motivx Tools Oil Filter Wrench - 64mm 14 flute amzn.to/3gjyeg4 In the product description on amazon, it will say what vehicles its for. On amazon you can also enter a vehicle and it will say if a part fits on your vehicle you entered. You can also do a google search for your vehicle model and year and the words "oil filter wrench size"

[@dalton-ychtuz7851]

Do you not need to add a small amount of oil to the filter before starting the vehicle after draining?That way the engine has oil immediately upon cranking. I always have done this on older cars with the classic style filters

[@ChavezDIY]

As far as I know, you don't need to. I have not seen any documentation from Toyota or Honda stating you need to fill the oil filter before installing. On the K-series honda engines its impossible to fill them because they insert sideways and all the oil will spill before you finish threading in the new filter...and those engines are bullet proof. It's your preference if you want to, but its not necessary.

[@caseyp76]

Feel like every time I used copper washer it ends up leaking. Does the copper washer need to fit tight?

[@ChavezDIY]

If it's leaking you need to tighten it more. The washer doesn't need to fit tight. Use a torque wrench and tighten it to 30 ft lbs.

[@Chitown388]

The tool used in this video to remove the oil filter is a tool against 3 or 4 plastic notches. A Toyota dealer actually broke off those plastic notches on mine. There is another tool (smaller) that fits the bottom of the filter housing; that tool grips the entire bottom of the housing, so it is more secure, and won't brake.

[@ChavezDIY]

It has happened to other people as well. The problem with that version of the tool is that it lets you insert it the wrong way, which leads to breaking off the notches. The link to the updated version of the tool is in the video description.

[@patrickboss2048]

Do you know where to find the tool you attached to the oil filter housing?

[@ChavezDIY]

It's listed in the video description - Motivx Tools Oil Filter Wrench - 64mm 14 flute amzn.to/3gjyeg4

[@riveroakes3019]

Girlfriend just got one. I’m not spending $30 on a specialty tool for the oil filter. Will a swivel filter wrench or a rubber strap wrench?

[@ChavezDIY]

I have not tried using other wrenches. I have only used the specialty wrench. Check automotive online forums to see if anyone has found a cheaper alternative.

[@catessc1]

Good job …..

[@ChavezDIY]

Thank you! Check the video description for additional information. Cheers!

[@sibrahim2531]

great 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@ChavezDIY]

Thanks for the feedback! =)

[@catessc1]

Tech tip….. use a quality pick from snap-on or MAC pick set for example.

[@ChavezDIY]

Thanks for the tip!

[@nickolastiguan]

9:00 how did you end up removing the drain bolt? I’ve had the same fail 😅 thanks!

[@ChavezDIY]

I had to use the filter wrench to tighten the whole filter housing some more in order to get it to stop moving with the bottom plug. Another youtuber mentioned that you don't have to drain the bottom bolt, just remove the whole oil filter housing. It can be a little messy but its much easier. I cover this in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5qWfaaah5h0abc

[@Greentippedweenie]

Do you have trans fluid and filter change video?

[@ChavezDIY]

Sorry, I don't have a trans fluid change video. I have not had to do it just yet on the Rav4. Check The Car Care Nut channel to see if he has a video on it. He's a Toyota Master Service tech www.youtube.com/@TheCarCareNut

[@kmohmmedable]

What exactly the name and the sizes of the tools to remove the oil filter? Thanks

[@ChavezDIY]

The oil filter wrench is Motivx Tools Oil Filter Wrench - 64mm 14 flute amzn.to/3gjyeg4 The socket is a 3/8 size socket wrench with an extension.

[@NathanCollins]

The gross weight of the RAV4 may be more than 2 tons. In this case the Jack in the description may not get the job done safely. *Edited

[@ChavezDIY]

Per a Google search the weight of the 2017 Rav4 is 3,455 to 3,630 lbs. That's under 2 tons. Also consider that you are not lifting the whole car off the ground with the jack. So the jack is safe to use. But I will link a 3 ton jack instead as its a better investment in case people work with heavier vehicles.

[@NathanCollins]

@@ChavezDIY Thanks for the info, I looked it up on Edmonds and it said 4,525 lb gross which may be false so since you didn’t have any issues I’m sure it’s fine. I’m about to do my own change just sliding myself under the car and was clicking all your affiliate links to grab the needed items so thanks for those also.

[@bryanttorres297]

thanks

[@ChavezDIY]

You are welcome!

[@frederickneal4781]

I noticed you didn't lubricate the two o rings on the filter housing. It's always best to do so because they may tear if not done.

[@diegowaters6806]

Do I need that special tool to remove the filter? Or can I do it with an oil filter plier?

[@ChavezDIY]

Yes, you will need the special tool.

[@diegowaters6806]

Thank you

[@JineshDoshi2023]

Left nothing to imagination. Great video for a noob like me.

[@ChavezDIY]

Thanks for the feedback! Good job taking on the task yourself. =)

[@TXhooligan6]

Do you have to have that oil filter removal tool? Or can you break it loose with something else?

[@ChavezDIY]

Yes you need the special oil wrench.

[@TXhooligan6]

@@ChavezDIY hey man, thanks a lot for getting back to me. I just got this vehicle. This would be my first change. Video was really helpful.

[@gabbychavez]

can i remove the bolt w just my hand? i don’t have a 14mm lol

[@ChavezDIY]

No way. You'll need tools. Borrow someone's tools if you don't have your own.

[@alexx212121]

What size is the torque wrench? 1/4 3/8 or 1/2?

[@ChavezDIY]

3/8 drive torque wrench. I have a link to it in the video description.

[@conradeddie3776]

Looks like transmission oil coming out??

[@ChavezDIY]

Yes, the color looks red like transmission fluid but its engine oil. The camera angle caught the color really good with the light in the background. This was the first oil change since we bought the car from the Toyota dealer with 27k miles. We bought it about February 2020 right before the pandemic, so my girl didn't put too many miles on it. I change the oil every 6k mi or 6 months. By the time we reached 6 months we only had about 1,600 miles on it (28.6k on the odometer). So that's what oil with low mileage looks like as it transitions from the amber color to the dark brown color. I know some people change the oil based on mileage only, but oil loses viscosity over time and it won't lubricate the same anymore, that's why its mileage vs months -whichever comes first.

[@cloudchaser9951]

is this oil any good? i have a 2016 rav 4 se

[@ChavezDIY]

Are you referring to Mobil 1 synthetic? It's one of the best oils out there. The Toyota Dealer uses Mobil 1 synthetic.

[@cloudchaser9951]

@@ChavezDIY thanks man

[@g.fortin3228]

Can / should let it finish draining completely while you remove the filter and prep the new filter.... then put the plug back and then the new filter. Pretty darn good tutorial for this car otherwise :- ) Like the ending tips !

[@ChavezDIY]

You can remove the oil filter while letting the oil drain from the engine oil pan IF you have two oil drain pans or one large enough to catch all the oil. I did it one at a time because my oil drain pan is small. Good luck on your oil change! =)

[@g.fortin3228]

@@ChavezDIY Yes, true! I did have a second small one I used on a block of wood to get it up higher for the filter oil. I was looking for a friend that bought a Rav4 a while back and wanted to know why her oil changes were costly. Same filter housing as my T4R and that's probably why... more labor time than a spin-on filter.

[@ChavezDIY]

@@g.fortin3228 I'm not a fan of these cartridge type filters. I don't understand the rationale behind changing away from the old self-contained metal spin off ones.

[@g.fortin3228]

@@ChavezDIY I'm not a fan either.. from what I am told it saves the metal spin on can from the garbage i suppose those numbers add up but it sure is a hassle.

[@94blockmarauders2]

I thought you suppose to add some oil on the new o rings

[@ChavezDIY]

Yes. Oil the O rings. I cover that towards the end of the video I believe.