How to Change the Oil in a Porsche Cayman

This is how you change the oil in a 2007 Porsche Cayman (987) 2.7
Part Links:
Oil - Mobile 1 0w-40 Synthetic (7.6-7.9 quarts)
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000...
Oil Filter - K&N PS-7011
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00G...
Oil Filter Wrench - 74 mm
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00K...
Crush Washer - Porsche 900 123 106 30
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00D...
Thank you for watching! Hope it helped! If you have any other suggestions for Cayman videos make sure to comment below!

[@nazifzuhairi8252]

look at him now, all confident in front of the camera with his wife and even got his own shop, im so proud you both made it this far

[@reivax6368]

And has a Lamborghini in the garage lol

[@SniperReady]

It’s 2024 and this was a helpful video. The things I needed to see are, “how do I check the oil level?”, “what tools do I need?”, “where is everything located around the engine?”, “what are the specs of the engine: the torque for fasteners, the amount of oil, etc?”, and “how much more oil can I add when it’s at the middle fill line?” and this video accomplished pretty much all of it.

[@DoanTruong-doanius]

Thanks for the helpful video. One thing to add, put blocks or stoppers at the front wheels so the car doesn't roll forward. great job on the video.

[@pancho.shepherd]

I dont even have a Cayman but this was so fun and informative to watch! Subbed!

[@bradmorgan911]

Great video. Nice to see a video like this with a real DIYer, where you are doing the work in your driveway and you don't have every specialized tool known to man. That's how most of us do it so it's really nice to see that so people know you can do your own maintenance, even on a Porsche without all that fancy stuff. Well done!

[@blusnuby2]

Nicely demonstrated, and no vulgarity...How refreshing ! Ride On !

[@armlacoste]

3 Years later, this video it's still useful.

[@CTFCars]

It’s crazy to see how far the Cayman has come! Congrats!

[@SloanZurnToto]

Probably a good idea to use a funnel when refilling the oil so you don't spill in the trunk area. Also a torque wrench is a great idea.

[@Drum8888]

I've been toying with buying a used Cayman for a good while now and all the useful tips on the channel make me want it more and more

[@dylanstanfield278]

Going threw and watching every video from start to finish. I am absolutely a huge fan of the Channel. Love every video.

[@Litterboy78]

One of best oil change vids I've seen. clear and comprehensive. only thing I would add is that its good to run the engine for just a few minutes (so that its slightly warm but not hot obviously) prior to changing the oil so that it drains easier and more completely...

[@zach4172]

Props to you for having the balls to change your own oil, as most people nowadays are too scared to. Beautiful Por-sha as well (correct pronunciation). Four pointers for next time: 1. Always unscrew the drain plug and filter housing and leave them off for the same amount of time for a proper drain. 2. USE A DAMN FUNNEL!! I almost had a panic attack that you were going to spill that 0W-40 all over your boot carpet. 3. Please do not try to check your oil levels on a warm engine. This is common sense 101. There's a reason that the car computer made you wait 30 minutes, its because when you turned the key to check the levels, you forced the car to go through a cool down cycle before it could get an accurate reading. 4. Please get a torque wrench. Order one from Amazon while you're on there getting the filters. There's a reason dealerships charge so much it's because they do everything with professional etiquette and using the exact tools meant for the job. Try to replicate that in your own garage and you won't be sorry if something does go wrong.

[@darrelldaulds2134]

Excellent presentations. I have a 2007 Cayman S with 29,000 miles on it and have always taken it to the Porsche service dealer, who are great. This was very helpful to let me see what they are doing.

[@mmann5639]

EXCELLENT VIDEO!!! You probably saved hundreds of Cayman owners hundreds if not thousands of dollars by DIY. Hell, that might be the easiest oil change I have ever seen, and to think Porsche probably wants between $200-500 for an oil change. I just got my Cayman a couple of months ago and I'm glad I saw you vid! Much appreciated for the time and effort you provided.

[@MANTAMANBREAK]

Great Video, Sharp, Clear, and very detailed instructions even a non-Mech inclined person like me can understand, will be coming back looking for more....Well done !!!!

[@charlesterwilliams1736]

For your first video it was excellent and well done. I am a new Cayman owner and needed this. So surprised to see how easy it is, especially in light of how much the dealership charges to do this

[@rogers9932]

I just looked at another porsche cayman oil change video and yours was a lot more detailed. Nice job.

[@Berteau76]

Good video man! I am going to buy a used Cayman real soon and I am sure your channel will be invaluable. I also like how you respond to the constructive criticism and questions I see in the comments, keep it up!

[@Arion894]

Thanks a lot for this video. Useful information for all Cayman owners out there. Please keep the videos coming!

[@hdidane00]

you should unscrew oil filter while drain plug is off at the same time to allow proper oil drainage. and prime oil your oil filter.

[@JavierMendoza-hs7bz]

good suggestions. thanks

[@stewvlogs5084]

Thank you so much for posting this very easy to follow video. I never knew just how easy it is to change the oil in this car. Really easy to follow guide. Thank you great job.

[@williambrandt9254]

I enjoyed your video. It was concise and informative. You were inviting comments and I have to say that I have looked at others who have made dozens of videos on various subjects and your first one out-the-chute was better than many who have made in some cases, dozens of videos. Of the many KZbin faults in the KZbin universe I have seen - a camera view that goes every which way, sounds of airplanes, wind, anything to distract the viewer from the subject, and my personal favorite, the actual critical operation is not shown and the host just says "it was easy - you will figure it out". As I mentioned your video was concise and to-the-point. I'm a long time Mercedes owner and DIYer and I have to chuckle at the reliance the Germans (or just Stuttgarters?) relay on all things requiring an allen bit socket. You explained the need to have that at the very beginning. At the very beginning you explained well the tools needed and it was off to the races. Only thing as a viewer I might have changed - or added - was to introduce yourself at the beginning! Been thinking of getting a Cayman in the next year or so and have been looking at the Cayman videos here. I cannot believe that they would have an oil fill location surrounded by nice carpeting. Personally I would use a funnel and have a clean plastic bag to wrap around that funnel when done. If Some Cayman owner hasn't spilled oil on the carpet I predict that it is a matter of time. All modern Mercedes allow extraction both from the pan and through a suction device such as a Topsider through the dipstick tube,. The pan is designed such that if the car is level all the oil will be extracted from the tube. However since the Cayman has the oil filter underneath there would be no point in exploring this. Anyway just wanted to thank you for the nice informative video. Your effort and planning has shown through.

[@mohammedj2632]

You guys grew a lot I love this channel ;)

[@DavidStillman78]

Just bought a Cayman S, thanks for the video... very helpful.

[@flubber27100]

Nice video. Nice to see a real enthusiast doing simple maintenance tasks without fancy work shop equipment, and doing work in the driveway (luckily not winter with snow and rain hailing down) . That's how most of us would do it so it's nice to see people know you can do your own maintenance, even on a Porsche without all that fancy stuff or expensive bills after. I agree with the comments, re tips about latex gloves - essential with engine oil and nicer to work

[@zhemin]

Nice video, very helpful when i can afford a cayman ;( Anyway might wanna get some ramps or stands. Piece of wood is very unsafe.

[@rickanderson7194]

I agree about not using wood. I'm a mortician and have had more than a couple funerals for back yard mechanics.

[@dylan-nguyen]

Especially since that looks like Home Depot/Lowe’s construction lumber. Not fully dried and a softwood. You can squish it by standing on it..

[@mike1138]

Excellent video!! I spent a fortune at the dealer last oil change and thought it might involve more. I can do that. Thank you!!!

[@dynathrive1307]

Great first video man. I don't even have a Porsche but this is awesome to know. Nice camera angles too!

[@johngary5898]

Thanks for the heads up, I did subscribe as I hope to be getting a Cayman S soon. But as an old gear head, just fyi if you didn't know. Warm oil drains better. I drive mine, let it cool for 5 min., then drain it. Also, the dirt, microscopic metal pieces, whatever makes oil dirty, allot of it is in the last bit of oil coming out, so I personally let it drain what can seem like forever. Plus if you let it drain while your putting the filter on, it doesn't take so long. Someone else mentioned a little oil on the seal, I agree, a little Mobil One everywhere is good. I also wipe the drain plug clean, pour a little oil in the cap, wash the drain plug in the oil, dry it off, then dip the threads in the oil and let it drip. When you get ready to install the plug, it's got a nice thin layer of oil on it. Thanks for the tips and keep them coming as I will need them. Also, I've read the pre '09's had bearing problems. Any info. on that as I'm looking at a good '09 to get to avoid that. Thanks.

[@Balladina]

Awesome video. Great camera work. Most informative. Thank you so much!

[@RetiOrchid58]

I'd love a Cayman in future..interesting, and as others have said, good camera angles.

[@360Property.management]

Great video. I was 911 shopping, and have changed my focus to the Caymans. I always watch to see how hard basic maintenance is before buying a car. This is easier than changing oil in my STI. Yet the dealers want 260 for the service. Looks like it can be done for around 80 depending on the oil used. Good video

[@rushpond808]

Good job. You made it look pretty simple. I'll be doing mine tomorrow. I'll look for more videos on how to fix stuff on Caymans.

[@qikqbn77]

Great Job on the video and thanks so much for listing all the parts needed!! I have changed the oil dozens of times on my Porsches over the years, but I was looking for a good video to share with a friend who wants to change his oil on his Cayman for the 1st time. This video is perfect. The only main difference in routine that I do is that I use floor ramps to back the rear wheels on to and then lift the front wheels up off the ground using 2 jacks so that the entire car is level. This way all the oil drains out properly and less chance of the oil pooling or rolling towards the front of the engine while it is tilted forward in your example. Also, owners check your owners manual for "capacities" for the Larger 3.4 engines and the quarts of oil needed with oil filter change. Great job and thanks again!!

[@SummitLife]

+qikqbn77 Im so glad this video helped! Ill be making a second oil change video in about a month to show how to use wheel ramps like you said (and use a torque wrench haha). I just didnt have them when I was filming this.

[@MegaVinny73]

+CaymanGarage Nice vid, only other thing I'd suggest is having the oil cap off as you drain, this will help the oil drain more quickly and fully, and help prevent any oil being trapped in a "vacuum" - That's how I always do my BMW anyway and as suggested to me by an ex BMW tech.

[@steveowens913]

You can even wear a pair of rubber gloves when you do such a job. "Murphy's Law " always shows up to assist me on automotive stuff. God knows I can't possibly dress the way you do unless I'm waxing a car!

[@Ian-mq6bg]

Excellent instructions. Well done for being so explicit.

[@Slickpete83]

very helpful info to know , because I'm considering buying a cayman in the future

[@jaliquemccoy7064]

You are the best I love the fact the you expounded on the washer and the o ring needed to be changed every time Thts very helpful information for Porsch first time buyers thank you very much 💯

[@amyhwang597]

Great format on the video. Clean and Simple. Hope to own a Cayman some day :)

[@buzzhansen8824]

Dude you rock! I have a new (to me) 2011 Cayman with 16K. I was planning on changing the oil next weekend and this really helped! Now, if we could only reset the service nag ourselves!!!!!

[@FaMeFire]

Dude that was a great video and helped me out A LOT. Thanks for making it bro. Keep up the great work.

[@doingwellll]

thank you. very passionately done. lots of detail

[@evcarclubofamerica6850]

Good detailed video! Nice job

[@fyreman132]

Thank you! This was a very informative video for me since I have a 2007 Cayman S. I feel confident in doing it myself now!

[@darylcjackson]

I agree with the idea of putting a very light coating of oil on the o-ring. Keeps it from sticking when you remove the filter the next time.

[@jeremyepstein7977]

Awesome stuff, beautiful Cayman btw, love the roof rails.

[@sachamo100]

Great tutorial.

[@ksoriano9766]

Great video! Thank you for such a good way to show how easy it can be

[@chadstaceymayberry6057]

Thank you. I have an 07 Cayman and just spent 300.00 at the dealer in Las Vegas. I wish I would have seen this first. A well done brake job video would be awesome.

[@damianmorningstar4127]

You have come a long way from your first upload up until your latest! Love the progress, success and change! :)

[@SummitLife]

It's fun to watch the old videos! Hopefully we continue to progress!

[@sudarinternational]

Awesome video my friend! I will get my Porsche Cayman in January 2017 and I am already excited and will watch all your videos to be prepared ✌🏻️ have a great day and best wishes from Germany!

[@cataranciucradu8662]

Soon to be Cayman owner.. just stumbled upon ur channel and its AWESOME! Keep up the good work bro.

[@SummitLife]

Have fun car shopping! There are amazing deals to be had on Cayman’s right now!

[@curtmcguire5431]

Excellent video! I will be changing my oil in my 2007 Cayman

[@LarsAnders54]

Don't have a Cayman either, but your vids are enticing me towards getting one. Like your style where in layman's terms you make this quite doable. Hope you're enjoying your car.

[@Sp84245]

Very nice job - clear explanation well done.

[@jimcunningham4664]

Great instructional video . Very well done 👍

[@andreashaas1174]

Perfect, that's what I wanted to know as my next oil change will be in spring. Thanks for that video ! Kind regards from Germany, not far away from the Porsche HQ

[@JerryOrantes]

This is awesome! I have the exact same car, just in black and i treat her like my baby. She's garage kept with about 56k miles....well I almost sold her today...... only bc my pops passed a few weeks ago and he was a beast with the vehicle when it came to doing anything (especially maintenance) to it. I did some of the work with him but feel like I forgot how to do a majority of it......hence me selling the car and not worrying about the expensive maintenance costs........anyways I'm reconsidering now...your video work and instructions are awesome and are much appreciated from a fellow Cayman owner. I wish he would have seen these! I thank you!!

[@Adam-go5de]

Great video as someone who is looking to buy a Cayman in the future thank you

[@davidberookhim]

Thank you for the thorough videos

[@fredaclarke2166]

Thanks for sharing a very descriptive video on oil change for cayman porsch. Thinking about purchase of 08 model.

[@billmondoob2767]

Good job. Saved money compared to oil change at OPC

[@garysandhu5082]

Well done. Very clear and concise.

[@rolandogomez9226]

Thank you buddy. Great and very helpful video!!

[@danwebb1756]

Super easy! Thanks!

[@ghostridertom]

:-) Every Cayman owner should ignore the crazy long intervals by Porsche and do a mid-term change by themselves. Using this great DIY video :-). Love it.

[@chilelalo]

Great video man! Greetings from Chile 🇨🇱

[@lcasarez1699]

Good instructional video, enjoyed it--may just apply what I learned here to help a friend change the oil on his own Cayman.

[@Mike_Jones281]

The same as on my Porsche. Good job!

[@79lpcustom]

Great vid. Thanks! Looks like you are a very careful person, but for most of us I'd recommend using a funnel when pouring the oil around that beautiful light color carpet. And definitely get some ramps at least. The wood block thing is very unstable and unsafe. Car can easily slip off the wood. and land on your head. Not a good day.

[@MaggieDarbonne]

Loved your video! Thanks for doing it!! I wanted to know what to expect when I get my oil changed on my Cayman S....now I feel well informed!

[@kylecharette-xz8lu]

Nice video, I would of never guessed it was your 1st Everything I needed to know to do the Job.

[@ctringale1955]

Good job very clear

[@Sommerchan]

Great video, thank you a bunch, you are going to save me a lot of money by changing the oil and the filter myself.

[@FrontRowRockJams]

Great Job . I dont have a cayman but still its nice to watch.

[@narwhal7642]

Thanks good first vid. Love that you have a rack on your Cayman!!!

[@tcb548]

Thanks for the vid. Just what I was looking for.

[@jimsnelling3000]

Looks easier than for my Buick. This was a reservation I had for a Cayman, I think I will buy one.

[@jhaskins58]

Very good video....helpful.

[@montebaz]

Well done very informative dude great stuff👊

[@viclow]

Great video. I'm looking to purchase a Cayman in the future, and would like to do some of the maintenance myself in order to keep the cost down.

[@twrecks4598]

Ima bit jelly... I hope to get a Cayman in the future. Beautiful car... good job maintaining her!

[@soxxpuppet]

I cant believe its actually easier to change the oil on a Cayman then it is on my FA5 Si... Great vid

[@robertmassucci1]

old oil was dirty. thanks for all your help

[@robkal56]

Good job. I would recommend pre-oiling your oil filter o-ring before installing on the filter housing. It keeps the o-ring from binding as you tighten. The same thing is done for a spin on filter. Enjoy your car, bud.

[@silasbaird]

Great video man! I've got a 07' Cayman S.

[@danielshoden4681]

Great Presentation!!

[@verygood7155]

The only thing I'd do differently would be to coat the new O-ring with oil before screwing oil filter housing back on.

[@zedwpd]

I've always done that too but I know many who dont and and swear by it. It might be tomato tomahtoe.

[@MrSlowestD16]

@@zedwpd I doubt you know anybody that's a mechanic who says don't do it. You should *always* lube a seal with whatever it's sealing.

[@wayneo7220]

@@zedwpd It makes it MUCH easier to remove the filter the next time if its lubricated.

[@ghostridertom]

It is slightly less crucial in case of this encased filter variant compared to the direct external filter fitment. :-)

[@OverlandTT]

Very Good my Cayenne takes the same oil filter, personally I also add a 200-250ml into the can to ensure I'm not starting on a dry filter.

[@gauchegaucho]

Oil looked pretty clean !

[@beatles373]

I am toying with the idea of getting a Cayman, so thank you for posting this. great video quality also.

[@Raceready]

You won't regret it.

[@reikidreams9265]

Great video. I wasn't sure if this is something would be able to do myself. Now I know. Thank you so much.

[@JavierMendoza-hs7bz]

Great video, first or otherwise :). Well done and thank you very much for sharing your knowledge!

[@peepshitstudio]

Super useful first video

[@lotusracer6735]

Nice Job Dude, wish more people with Cayman's did videos

[@TrumpWinner]

i'm looking to buy one of these to replace my 350z this video was helpful.

[@colourmefrank]

You won't look back - Porsche all the way :)

[@kainegibson5511]

“Too bad you’re wrong. Don’t need a mom, dad slave drive song. I timebomb.” Thanks for the vid! Thinking about getting a cayman and was checking how the maintenance is. Loved hearing the Blink too!

[@CK-yl9pl]

What a tremendous teacher, this is as good as it gets and thanks for sharing this educative video.

[@fatman042793]

Great video, I don't own a Porsche, but watched anyways just because I was curious and want to get one in the future-I have a C7 Corvette I'm currently playing with haha Really clear instructions and great camera work, subbed! :)

[@michaelbarrett8803]

Good for you changing your own oil. It's amazing how few people can still perform this basic task. Spend your money on good oil and a quality filter and do it yourself. Nice work. That is not really a crush washer and it dosen't really need to be changed each time. Its just an aluminum washer and the point is to just have no leaks.

[@zach4172]

False. The more you use a drain plug washer, the more compressed it becomes which in turn means you 'll have to tighten your drain plug more and more every time, resulting in a possible stripping of your plug threads or oil pan threads. Both will be way more expensive and a hassle to replace than a 10 cent washer. Never reuse washers. Thanks

[@richardbell7807]

Good video for your first one. Very informative, and yes some of the comments are also helpful. I seriously though the procedure was going to be more involved, but it's as simple as most any car. Keep up the good work with your future video's, thanks.