How to CHANGE THE ENGINE OIL Porsche Boxster 986/987 | 1997-2008 models (Project 2)

[@tonye2695]

Great video and clear. I would advise half filling the oil filter housing to reduce starvation during initial start up. Also open the old filter to check for debris and evidence of component breakdown or failure.

[@HelpMeDIY]

Two good tips! I actually did check the filter but forgot to include that footage. I was making a video for the oil pan at the same time and I’ll be showing it during that video. Didn’t realize it didn’t make this video until you pointed it out.

[@bishopjared1078]

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[@maximilianokingston7304]

@Bishop Jared yea, have been watching on instaflixxer for months myself =)

[@FathomSoundProAudio]

I believe you can push the throttle to the floor and turn the key. The car should recognize that request and just turn the engine over without starting. This should do the engine oil priming process. After a couple of goes like that, just take your foot off the gas and then turn the key to start like normal.

[@FathomSoundProAudio]

Fantastic guide, thank you! After the oil change, I believe you can push the throttle to the floor and turn the key. The car should recognize the request and just turn the engine over without starting start. This is to prime the engine with oil to prevent a few seconds of minimal lubrication. After a couple of goes like that, just take your foot off the gas and then turn the key to start like normal.

[@HelpMeDIY]

+@FathomSoundProAudio never heard that before… interesting… pretty cool if true! Thanks 🍻

[@craiglawson6520]

Great channel, just purchased my first Porsche a 1998 986, read plenty of the pitfalls of owning a boxster but took the plunge and happy to have a go at some of the work myself and your videos are superb. Great job. Many thanks.

[@HelpMeDIY]

Right on!

[@rfpriddy1951]

Not that many pitfalls if the car has been well cared for. I've had my 986, second owner, since 2007 and only minor/typical things that wear out. I did do an entirely preventive IMS upgrade, but otherwise, just follow the maintenance manual. Great car, enjoy it, and this is a great channel!

[@pabvalencia]

Cool one Waiting for the Oil Pan Gasket Change

[@HelpMeDIY]

Should be up tonight!

[@davedespain9101]

You might think about a magnetic drain plug. Can help predict an issue.. Good vids...

[@HelpMeDIY]

+dave despain thanks!

[@seandenny1553]

Hey Aaron finally got a quick Jack awesome love it but I did find that I have the same problem you do the oil has a long way to travel and splashes all over might suggest a 2 gallon bucket instead of a oil flat drain basin what a mess love the videos keep up the good work it’s such a great go to encyclopedia of information I really appreciate it

[@HelpMeDIY]

+Sean Denny congrats! Yeah, I have the legit catch can for my 2-post lift I use now :) Glad the videos have been helpful 🍻

[@kevindonahue1834]

Thanks!

[@HelpMeDIY]

Appreciate it greatly! 💪

[@kevindonahue1834]

@@HelpMeDIY You made my first 986 oil change simple! Thanks for the channel!

[@leanderball2568]

Great video I always open up the filter for any metal debris could you do a video please on changing the gearbox oil many thanks great looking car

[@HelpMeDIY]

Thanks! That’s a good idea... I’ll look into it!

[@fredpalmans5678]

Thanks! Another very appreciated explanation.

[@HelpMeDIY]

+Fred Palmans 🍻

[@sreysen4518]

Thank you useful information.

[@HelpMeDIY]

+Srey Sen you’re welcome 🍻

[@isidroalcantara9409]

I love how the 986 oil filter isn't obstructed by anything else. On the 981, it's obstructed by the subframe making it a real pain in the ass to take out when doing the oil change! The 986 has a dipstick!? Don't understand why they took it off the 981..

[@HelpMeDIY]

I think they got rid of it in the Boxsters too after 2004ish

[@creamdisco]

Great Video. Where are your tail lights from? They look after market.

[@HelpMeDIY]

+creamdisco eBay. I have a whole video in them, check it out ;)

[@garyl5128]

Great video as always. Loved the comment about Dinosaur oil - reminded me of the time I asked our diesel generator expert if it was OK to use the 30+ year old oil stored in the basement storage tank for our huge commercial diesel generators or should I buy new oil now for the oil change, and he told me that it will be just fine as it was only crushed up dinosaurs :O)

[@HelpMeDIY]

+Gary L 😂

[@xclear1874]

Hey man don't know if you'll see this comment but I just have 1 question. I have a 99 Boxster I'm about to do my first oil change on myself. From all the video's I've seen, it looks like the drain bolt and oil filter housing are reverse threaded, except one video I saw showed it opposite. Do you have to turn them clockwise or counter clockwise to loosen? I think from your video it looks clockwise, but just want to make sure! Thanks!

[@HelpMeDIY]

+@xclear1874 not reverse threaded. Lefty loosey. Let us know how it goes!

[@xclear1874]

@@HelpMeDIY Awesome, thanks for the reply! Your videos are definitely a big help in the 986 community along with the way you show when you make mistakes so it doesn't leave people feeling discouraged!

[@xclear1874]

@@HelpMeDIY also hahahaha I just realized, I was thinking about it from a head on view looking at the ratchet, I took a second to think, if I was under the car looking at it, that is counter clockwise/left, I'm just very much so overthinking this!

[@HelpMeDIY]

@@xclear1874 everyone starts somewhere! Don’t be afraid to make mistakes and learn 😉🍻

[@jstrangm]

As usual Aaron watching you’re video for guidance as I’m finally just changing oil on our ‘98 too. We’re going for a ride tomorrow before it gets too cool … is that even a thing? LOL! I’m wondering if you are considering doing an under-drive pulley on your ride? Apparently close to a 10 horse gain with this alone …

[@HelpMeDIY]

+jstrangm thanks for watching! No plans for that yet, but maybe one day… lots of other projects in the pipeline currently.

[@rfpriddy1951]

Is this the one you use.... I have one from amazon that slips off constantly... or conversely, it gets stuck on and i have to use a hammer to remove. Motivx Tools 74mm 14 Flute Precision CNC Machined Aluminum Oil Filter Wrench Compatible with Mercedes Benz, Sprinter, VW, Porsche, Volkswagen, Mazda, and Many Aftermarket Spin-On Style Oil Filters

[@HelpMeDIY]

+@rfpriddy1951 there is a link in the description 🍻

[@niksprojects]

Did the oil filter part# changed? I went to local Porsche dealer and they gave me 996-107-225-53 oil filter for my 2000 Boxster. Is that one the replacement for 996-107-225-60 mentioned in the video? If I go to Porsche website and put the 996-107-225-53 it says this doesnt fit my 2000 Boxster, so I am confused.

[@HelpMeDIY]

+@niksprojects not sure of those specific part numbers but they do often supersede parts. Most Boxster/Cayman/911 filters I’ve had have been interchangeable. Call Porsche back and ask.

[@confusionmatrixentertainme6069]

Can you use a oil extraction pump for over fill?

[@HelpMeDIY]

+Jon McClane Good question, but not to my knowledge. There is a long filled tube that goes from where you put the oil in to the engine.

[@jeremyocampo1529]

Can I use a normal carjack and lift the 986 from one of the suggested points to jack it? I just bought one, and I'm the one who will do the regular maintenance.

[@HelpMeDIY]

+Jeremy Ocampo you CAN, but there are a couple things that wouldn’t be ideal. You ideally will change oil with the car level on all 4 corners to help all of the oil drain out. Also, if you are only jacking from one place you won’t be able to get a jack stand under it and would be supporting the car with a jack, which is not safe if you will be crawling under the car.

[@jeremyocampo1529]

@@HelpMeDIY well I got a low profile jack one of the good ones. I can just jack up the Porsche take out the drain plug and filter and lower the car so it can be lever so all oil can drain correctly. I have worked on my moms Toyota Sienna with the same jack.

[@MihaiMunteanuMMX]

Today i changed the engine oil. I verified old oil filter and founded only three plastic pieces with the size of 1 square millimeter and don't know if i have to worry about or not.

[@HelpMeDIY]

+Mihai Munteanu probably pieces of the timing chain guide. I’ll have to change mine eventually.

[@anaestereo810]

Hate to be that guy, but, If there is any metallic debris in the oil filter or used oil, it has almost certainly come from the balls within the bearing, while any fragments of black plastic may have come from the IMS bearing seal. Both are signs that the IMS bearing could be failing

[@robertputnam2737]

It could be the tangs from the oil filter bypass valve at the bottom of the oil filter housing that broke.

[@otter25702]

Just a quick question. I've been using Mobil One in my 2000 S and have read about using a higher grade of oil in the older cars. Have you had any problems with using 10W-40. I'm in W.V. by the way.

[@HelpMeDIY]

+otter25702 I haven’t had any issues. My friend who races Boxster told me to stay away from mobile one in them since it’s thin and he has had issues with them leaking with it. Was always my go to oil before

[@williameason1194]

You have to chang the oil? I thought that sinthetic stuff was good for the life of the car.

[@HelpMeDIY]

+@williameason1194 I feel like you’re pulling my leg… 😂

[@michaelthornton4943]

You need a deep drain pan and use ramps next time.

[@HelpMeDIY]

+MICHAEL THORNTON no ramps. You want it level. Plus I’ll be using a 2 post lift next time 😬

[@96conv]

Thanks for the video. I like the content you’ve shared so far. A couple of questions: Is that a 5000 lb quick jack? Is it worth it or do you feel it’s overkill for the diys on the Boxster?

[@HelpMeDIY]

+96conv yes it’s the 5000lb one and YES it’s absolutely worth it. I use it way more than I ever thought I would. Works on my other car, wife’s car, friends cars when they bring them over, etc. It makes lifting the car a non-step. I can’t imagine working on a car without it now.

[@BikerBloke600]

Lol I would be doing away with that white bung on that oil pan and make the centre hole a lot bigger. Mick 👍🍻

[@PETE9146]

That is the worst oil drain pan to use! Notice the Hot Oil hits the top of the pan, it will splash all over and cause a Mess. Use an “Open” oil pan.

[@HelpMeDIY]

+Peter Sandholdt I have a 2 post lift now so I have much better than an open oil pan now 😉

[@rafaeldeboca]

Thank you😊

[@HelpMeDIY]

+@rafaeldeboca you’re welcome! Hope you’re a subscriber now 😉🍻