Easiest and CLEANEST Oil Change Method for 3rd Gen Toyota Tacomas (anyone can do this!)

[@MARYKSTIVER]

I really enjoyed watching this video, and I might add in my 62 years of life the only woman I know that changes her own oil in my niece. So nice to see a lady changing oil.

[@robertfloyd6156]

I do the exact same oil change with the same tools, the only difference is, my method is a little bit cleaner because I use a Fumoto valve in place of the oil drain plug…super easy, Don’t even need gloves

[@ChloeKuo]

I had no idea that existed, will definitely add one! Thanks for the rec 🙂

[@bigriver3278]

Fumoto F103s for about $30 (Amazon) as of this posting....been using it on my '17 for years now and have installed one on many other motors I own since. I remove my skid plate because the access isn't adequate and inevitably used oil is going to pool on top of it and will drip leaving you wondering if you have a leak. If you remove your skid plate be very careful not to strip these bolts as it's easy to do with power tools....something the dealership does regularly and part of the reason I do my own service, not to mention half the cost. Good video!

[@64maxpower]

This is the first I've seen any of this . When did the oil filter get reinvented? I like the funnel that screws on.

[@leoveoy]

Does a leave a little bit of oil behind in your oil pan?

[@lucristianx]

They have a huge failure point which is not recommended if that happens. Engines need that oil.

[@KrinklingPlasticBits]

I got the motivX kit a few months ago and finally did my first oil change the other day. A bit If a pita because the oem plastic housing was on super tight, had to drop the rci front skid plate to get a large crescent onto the nut and use a dead blow hammer. If I didn’t have this filter wrench I probably wouldn’t have gotten the filter off! The drain tool worked great, trimmed the hose so it just went into the pan and the funnel was ideal to refill the oil! I put on a Toyota metal filter housing and a fumoto valve so hopefully the next change is a lot easier!

[@GabrielLopez-ku9cl]

for anyone prepping to do this, I'd suggest having a larger 1/2" breaker bar and a 24 mm socket for the oil filter housing because those things can be over torqued by the dealership, at least mine was. this was the solution I'd found on tacoma world, if anyone runs into a similar thing

[@geegelle3204]

Chole another great tutorial. We installed instead of the drain pan bolt, there is a drain pan drain valve. Just flip the valve and drains quick. I like that filter drain! Great job again

[@agfa663]

The only thing you miss is a FUMOTO valve. It will make the cleaniest oil change. Made in japan, I have that on all cars since at least 10 years ago. No more oil pan plug to remove, no mess in a drip pan. Connect the hose to the valve, put the end of the hose in an empty gallon. Open the valve to drain directly in the empty gallon. Then proceed with the other motiveX tools to finish the job. I have that motiveX hose kit and would notgo without it !

[@steverinehart787]

I can attest to the Motivx tool kit. It works great, and is so much cleaner as shown in your video. I did cut the tube down. Great video!

[@TMSawchuk]

I recommend a fumoto oil change valve to make it even easier. I have used them on my last 5 vehicles and can’t praise them enough. Thanks for the content!

[@fskrisfx]

I just ran out of free oil changes so I just ordered all this stuff right now lol Thanx for the tips and the great video! 👍

[@justine9980]

Thanks for sharing I just changed the oil in my Tacoma last week and it’s a total mess. I will be buying one of these kits!

[@benjaminmiller6103]

Attach a tube to the OEM part that comes with the filter. Same as the bolt tool you are using, but free. Great videos Chloe. Awesome work.

[@HawksDiesel]

Came to say the samething!

[@psybain]

just used the motivx wrench for the first time and it's really well built. Worked perfectly for me

[@garym1199]

Chloe, you r #1 taco girl. Thanks for video, highly recommend using a creeper whenever you can. You’re young & agile but l find it much easier at my age to get around under the vehicle.

[@nickcampbelljiujitsu4923]

I seriously love all of your videos. You put everything together so well, and I appreciate everything you’ve taught me. From day 1 being a Tacoma owner I’ve subscribed. Just really wanted to show you some appreciation and thanks for all you do!

[@ChloeKuo]

That means a lot and thank you 😊 seeing comments from people like you is why I love to make these videos!

[@nickcampbelljiujitsu4923]

@@ChloeKuo keep making and I’ll keep watching ☺️ just put in new headlights today, and referred to your videos for reference! You da best ☺️

[@abnervaldezestrada3167]

Hi

[@bobsokoloski9559]

Nicely done, someone at Netflix should talk to you about your own show. Love your channel.

[@FlaGatorGrl87]

This helps a lot!! Thank you. I just recently bought a 21’ Tacoma and I do all my oil changes on the vehicles I’ve had. I traded my Honda Civic 18’ with 81k miles for a Tacoma and just recently got the OTT tune!!

[@robertyoung8289]

May I recommend a magnetic drain plug? I use a "Gold plug". It always catches gunk the filter misses. I also recommend a metal oil filter housing available on line or most auto parts stores. The plastic factory one makes me nervous.

[@pauliemars]

Great video Chloe. Doing an oil change on my 2nd gen tomorrow with 280,000 miles and still running great. I change the oil every 3000 miles now because, well it can’t hurt. I went with the cardboard Havoline 6 quart 5w-30 high mileage. My only note on this video that I hope you find helpful is when you are using a torque wrench always apply force with your hand on the handle for an accurate torque value. The line on the handle of most torque wrenches is to indicate where to apply the force. Don’t mean to knit pick ! Really enjoy your channel. Keep up the good work ✊🏽

[@novanuke1356]

I'm not sure if that's true. Physically the same torque is applied, just different amounts of work is required depending on how far your hand is away from the axis.

[@pauliemars]

@@novanuke1356 it’s a fact. Torque wrenches are calibrated to work accurately by applying force from the handle only. Any good torque wrench will explain this in the literature that’s comes in the box.

[@SS-vt6by]

@@pauliemars He has a point. The torque value will still be the same when you click off, only thing that changes is the amount of force you had to use to get it there.

[@JuneBuggJr]

My favorite oil is the Royal Purple Brand SAE Multigrade synthetic oil. Sometimes I don't even know if my truck is running. Engine so quite and no vibrations. Use it on my 2020 Tacoma

[@koakahal]

Going around thanking all these videos from different people for helping me learn this. Thanks :)

[@leej8070]

Nice tutorial. I would recommend that before you start the oil change pop the hood (if the hood for some reason didn’t open you’re stuck) and loosen the filler cap (so as to drain the oil faster). Pretty slick tool. Autozone use to have a large sheet metal pan made by Blitz. I use that instead of card board. Just wipe it down from any oil splatter.

[@ChloeKuo]

Great tip! I will have to check that out

[@keithg3102]

I have the exact motovix kit, been using them for a couple years now to change oil in my 2017 taco TRD. Highly recommend using them for a mess free oil change.

[@robalan57]

A few years ago I bought a pump to take the oil out. It is a real clean way to do it. The pump does cost around $80.

[@ThePileCast]

Before installing your oil filter housing you should fill it up with oil a bit - that oil is in there for a reason, and you can but about 1/3 of a quart in before screwing it in and your engine is not effectively dry firing. I have the Motivx filter removal tool and can attest it is great, don't have the hose, but I don't mind a little dirty.

[@p.VAZ.]

Motiv X TooLS ROCK!! They totally kick ass!!!

[@montromaximo7726]

I'm surprised you don't use that faucet type drain plug that lots of ppl have and talk about in the tacoma forums. Still your content is very informative 👌 keep up the awesome videos

[@ChloeKuo]

I def need one!!

[@timsiemssen1148]

Love the video. Thank you. Also, I was told they only need to be charged every 20,000 with the new synthetic oil. Not every 5,000. That's when the tires need rotated.

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

20k miles is kind of pushing it even with extended life synthetic oil and all easy, dust minimal, all highway use in mild weather. With the driving she is doing, off-road in dusty conditions, 5k is probably a good interval.

[@americanmilitiaman88]

Toyota says 10 k. But on the extreme conditions its 5k. Most people drive the "extreme" conditions. Oil is cheap. Engine replacements are not. Change oil and rotate tires every 5 k

[@Doomzdayxx]

Nothing at all wrong with your video, it's well shot and you're a good narrator, so thankyou, as for the products though, I don't really see the point of the funnel when any funnel will work, and also the drain tube gimmick because new filters typically come with the push in plastic piece to drain and it's really not that messy. The filter housing wrench does seem like a good tool.

[@deadpooliotheamazing3048]

Got my very own Tacoma today and I'll be purchasing these tools for myself now👌

[@samdequina3386]

There is a company called Fumoto. It replaces your drain plug. Has an open and close valve. I personally haven’t tried it out yet. But I’m going to pick one up before my next oil change. Suppose to be even easier. Should check it out

[@kendog53]

Thank u so much for the information. Everyone is top notch. I use a couple of handfuls of sawdust or grass clippings to clean the pan. These items compost up very quick with no mess

[@brodybarnes1969]

I started doing my oil changes last year with the same tools. You are so right about that set. Thank you for the good video.

[@briangarity6336]

Just ordered all that stuff, can’t wait to do my 1st oil chance on the taco! Thanks Chloe! 🌮🌮❤️

[@Out2gtcha]

Great explanation vid for sure. The only thing you're missing now is the Fumoto quick release oil drain valve!

[@vincehernandez8341]

I love your videos Chloe. Keep ‘em coming. We are so fortunate to learn from you.

[@MPGunther1]

Great technique, I may have to change over to Havoline for the convenience

[@douglasbaker5949]

I always pour about a pint or 2 of new oil down and let that drain then put plug in that way you get rid of all the old oil.

[@caesarcastelo9458]

Hi Chloe maybe on this change oil shown on the video maybe you can add maintenance reset on the dash board. Very nice video Thank you...

[@anthonyvasquez7050]

I’m making this purchase thanks to you Miss Chloe. You should check out the ValvoMax oil change system to. I love mine, the only sticky part is changing the oil filter, but with this system I’ll be done even faster. Thanks

[@brianjennings7824]

Hi Chloe. Thanks for this video. I bought the Motivx Oil Wrench Tool on your recommendation. I don't know if my situation is unique, but the tool completely stripped out before the filter housing started to turn. (It stripped where my ratchet attached.) Yes, the filter was on tight. But would have expected the Motivx to work better than a standard wrench. Maybe I just got a bad one. Also, the drain tool did create much less of a mess than the little plastic piece that comes with the filter. As someone else called out, you can just attach a hose to the plastic piece that's free.

[@johnlove7202]

Motivx are excellent. They are an exact fit. I use the funnel on all 3 of our Toyotas (1.8l and 2.5l). I do have 3 filter wrenches but well worth the expense if you do your own changes. An exchange step I do is siphon the oil from the dip stick tube. So very little drains from under the car.

[@ChloeKuo]

Great tip! Thank you!

[@Krew808]

Motivx tools work great, used it on my Tacoma and a Corolla.

[@donsalice8527]

You're a genius! I love your videos and I have learned a lot from you!

[@japawaiian]

Thanx to you, i ordered that Motivx Kit! Tons of great reviews on amazon, seems like a no brainer must have. Thanx!

[@michaellane2246]

I just changed mine. Or attempted to change. Bear in mind, I have always changed my own oil in all my vehicles. However, my 2021 Off Road has kicked my rear. Granted the dealership changed the first oil change. When I changed my own, the plastic cover was so tight, the fins on the sides broke off. So I had to add new oil and take a to dealership to replace cap. I ended up purchasing a new aluminum cap because I hate plastic and don’t want this happening again.

[@topsyball1049]

Great video, please tell me what do you do with the drain oil these days. Thanks

[@thatdonnyguy]

Those havoline oil boxes are really great. 6qts and around the $25 mark.

[@mseely0075411]

Where do you buy the oil in that box at?

[@njsongwriter]

Hi Chloe... I was surprised that you didn't mention the torque specs for the oil filter cap and for the drainbolt on the oil filter cap! Oil filter cap = 18 ft.lbs. Oil filter cap drainbolt = 10 ft.lbs. We have a RAV4 instead of a Tacoma but I subscribed any ole how.

[@JeffCdeBaca]

I love these tools! Thanks for recommending them.

[@ShootingSportz]

Hey Chloe, I went to click the link and it was out of stock! I'll keep an eye out for this kit. Thanks for the heads up.

[@freddyfoxx002]

Thanks young lady. Just got a ‘23 OR and I will be doing my own oil changes. This helped greatly. Do you only put just 6qt box every time or do you make it 6.2ish?

[@Nin204292]

You should try a comparison of the TRD oil filter and the AMSoil filters

[@stephengrijalva8854]

I use the exact items on my 2018 tundra. Makes it so easy.

[@007Knightjp]

First time seeing someone mention Havoline oils. Most on youtube talk up Valvoline and Castrol

[@benjaminmartinez941]

Hello Chloe love your videos I'm a new 4x4 2023 tacoma owner...

[@intergalacticchicano]

You shouldn't wear watches or rings while you work on your truck, that was one thing that was drill into us in the Army

[@chopstx4u207]

5988, no faults lol

[@intergalacticchicano]

@@chopstx4u207 2404 deficiencies found /

[@derekward2266]

Very smart tip!

[@AdrianTV_]

What tool/size did you use to remove the access panel on the pro skid plate?

[@tedjackson5272]

Chloe, Have you thought about up grading the filter housing to the aluminum one from a previous year. I did on my 2020 4Runner.

[@njsongwriter]

Totally unnecessary especially if you don't overtighten the oil filter cap.

[@tedjackson5272]

@@njsongwriter I hate plastic. The aluminum one cost less than $20 I think.

[@jorgesanjines2302]

Thank you FCHOLI.I WAS confuse you made my day. God bless you..

[@michaelgardner3708]

Great video as always but I don't know just not the best choice in oil.

[@pvt.watson5]

I need that TRD skid plate. Aftermarket isn't much cheaper and might as well go with Toyota.

[@hectorarias5034]

Thanks for the videos. What is the bull front bumper you got looks good and functional. Thanks for the answer in advance I also got some other questions for you.

[@scottstaley6008]

did you have to replace any crush washer on the drain plug? I know I had to on the transmission drain/ fill

[@juandediosbarreraarana7066]

Thanks for your video..i got a question..i would like do any service to My Tacoma as well.But dealership tell me they need to do all services to keep warranty..how You deal with that...???

[@jvb24404]

Thanks for this video, I just got a 2017 Tacoma and I have a concern about that Tick Tick Tick noise from the engine that sounds like a Diesel Truck… is this normal in this 3rd gen Tacomas?

[@billy4227]

Did you warm the engine, loosen oil cap and dipstick first?

[@zachouch1315]

Chloe, your tool links are dead. The others work fine. Just thought you ought to know. Keep up the good work you do.😊

[@mojo4376]

Might wanna try a Fumoto Oil Valve.

[@johnmendoza9177]

Any other recommendations on the oil? I haven’t seen it in stock at Walmart in months now..

[@filipiknowsbest22]

Hi, I love your videos. Do you always use Havoline? Planning to do it my self now since my service warranty was already expired

[@JL-fly7]

Nice video Chole👍 just wondering there is any torque spec for oil filter housing or just hand tight. Thanks 🙏

[@chopstx4u207]

Definitely purchasing this kit, thanks for the demo Chloe.

[@pjsoriano7655]

Is that the Plastic oil filter housing? I heard the metal one doesn’t have a drain plug, therefore wouldn’t be able to drain the oil filter using the Motiv tool, is that correct?

[@PS_SD_MAR]

Have you ever tried the ValoMax oil drain valve or any of the other variants of that type instead of the OEM oil plug by chance? I’m curious on your take on them.

[@mikekennedy3173]

Great video and the heads up on your tool selection. Nice job,

[@americansoldier7776]

One thing that you left out is the retaining pin on the oil filter. That’s extremely fun to try to remove while the shield is on the bottom of the truck. Never again.

[@andrewsolomon2789]

Oh wow I had no idea the oil filter was so different on the 3rd gens. I wonder if it's because they have such a long recommended oil change interval compared to everything else.

[@microsnook3]

Right? I change my oil every 10k. The manual states that is the interval.

[@JCRAM]

Hey,Chloe. Thanks for all these videos you have made. I just bought my first 2019 TRD Sport Tacoma and dying to make some mods. so far i have some coming my way that i have purchased. Your vids are very helpful to me and your insight is very important.

[@sac119]

Mind sharing what breaker bar and torque wrench you have/recommend?

[@kaneloc8491]

Another awesome video Chloe, where did you get your skid plate?

[@dawg7750]

Motivx Tools are awesome.

[@kamnapavon4638]

Classy...... They make Drainplugs with Valves and Hose Connectors, like the One used for the Filter..... If you are wanting to 'Clean it Up' more..... With the Skid Plate, should not be any concerns with it being snagged on anything.......?

[@miketallica6173]

Do you need to replace the oil drain plug gasket every oil change?

[@jacksonvang2946]

I have the same car. Can i put a higher content like 5w-20 in there? Pls respond back.

[@dekjohn]

Any more car products you would buy at home depot?

[@Mike-hs8fq]

Excellent video! Any reason you don't use ramps under your front tires?

[@jules198625]

Great video , question i did first oil change on my 2022 tacoma and i didnt had the oil filter i bought mine from auto zone . Its all one with tge metal .

[@KayBertoss]

Awesome video! Love the specialty tools for the oil change. I have checked the oil levels in many vehicles over the years via the dip stick. Very simple stuff. However, reading and getting an accurate reading on my 2020 Tacoma's V6's dip stick seems almost impossible due to the design.

[@cpsmonroe1]

Yup. It seems unnecessarily complicated. I have to pull out my stick a bit and let it sit 20 min then clean and redip to get an accurate reading.

[@EricAdler01]

Used this video to do an oil change on my taco today :)

[@bobd8553]

I know 30 ftlbs is factory spec for the drain plug…but thats allot of torque.I drive a tundra and feel like its going to strip putting that much.

[@njsongwriter]

Me too. I usually stop at 27 ft.lbs. which I think is the spec on a Corolla.

[@williamgilmartin4165]

That oil change is the cleanest oil change I have ever seen. CONGRADULATION!

[@BentRim]

I am thinking of getting the TRD skid plate for my tacoma. When you drain the oil does oils get on the top of the skid plate when draining or is it just minimal? It's really hard to tell and I am pretty picky about keeping things minty clean and like new.

[@jaxbrewery]

Great video! You should look into the Valvomax oil drain plug…that’ll complete your process and make that drain plug portion mess free as well!

[@warrenlucier5796]

I have one on my 2013 Tacoma, 1989 Ford Mustang 5.0 & 2010 Porsche Cayman S. Stainless steel construction and works great!

[@64maxpower]

I got in to drive my truck after a change. And i ran over the waste oil pan in the drive way while rushing to get done. It was a mess

[@edgarlopez62]

That tool is great, I love using it.

[@kenty6973]

If you install a Fumoto engine oil drain valve, that will make the job even cleaner.

[@alexgg7499]

I wanna get that trd plate looks nicer and it has the holes to change oil easy

[@jeffmartin6200]

Awesome vid now I know where the oil filter lives, the tools is currently unavailable, time to get dirty

[@josephcascio5044]

I have a 2020, 3.5 Tacoma. I tried to order this kit on Amazon but the site told me that this kit will not fit my model.They have a limited return policy so I have a conundrum. what am I missing here?