Vauxhall Insignia Full Service ALL FILTERS CHANGED + ALL TOOLS NEEDED

[@Thediycarchannel]

I have now added Chapters to the video, so you can navigate to which ever part you need. Hopefully it makes it easier and quicker for you Thanks dave

[@StevenMacDJ]

Done my first ever service yesterday after watching this, thanks! Sump nut rounded off and garage didn’t want to crack it in case the sump itself cracked so had to use an oil extractor to get it out through the dip stick hole. Not ideal but it’s done. Felt like a proper bloke 😁

[@Thediycarchannel]

Thank you for your comment it's great that you did well done really happy the video have you the confidence and helped you out Love comments like these that's what it is all about

[@markgough6259]

Thanks so much for taking the time to do this video! It’s cost me £55 quid and a couple of hours work, instead of around 200 quid to fully service my car for life now! 👍

[@Thediycarchannel]

That's good to hear mark and well done

[@WirralWill]

Thanks for this. I done a full service on my gf's Insignia B (first time I've changed a fuel filter), but she jumped in it straight after and engine started for a second or 2 then cut out! She looked at me with a look that would melt iron, I think she loves her car more than me. Anyway, this video saved me, turned the ignition on and off about 15 times without the engine, and eventually started hearing some strange noises from back near the fuel filter, bit like the noise when someone is milking a cow into a bucket! After that car started up but stuttered a bit. Took it for a spin and after that it has been fine! So thanks for that, I appreciate it.

[@Thediycarchannel]

That's brilliant can imagine her looking at you think what have you done to my baby 😂😂😂😂😂😂 Really happy the video helped that's great news thank you for your comment and Sharing you success 👍

[@paulchristie3354]

I always give this a quick watch before I service my insignia. One tip I have found is the large Toblerone tube makes a great drain for the filter housing with one side cut along the length to make a channel. Done my for the last time as it's now up for sale to be replaced by a camper.

[@Thediycarchannel]

That's great to hear Paul I'm glad this video has helped and thank you for your comment Thats a cracking Idea I'm sure it will help others out Hope you enjoy the camper

[@Fruit_-iv6if]

Great video. Everything explained in layman's terms. I got a 11 year old insignia 1.8 petrol and was looking how too change fuel filter. Since I don't think it ever had a change. Your video gives me the confidence too give it a shot myself.

[@Thediycarchannel]

Thank you for your comment Glad you like the video Let me know how you get on Thanks again 😉

[@henrirummo]

This is really great. I've had a 2011 Saab Z19DTR which is really similar for three years now and only with the last service did I decide to do all by myself. Took a lot of digging on the internet to find out where everything was, but once you do it, it's really simple the next time. This kind of videos really help build up confidence to do this kind of stuff yourself, highly appreciate it. And once you know how to do it, you just wish you'd done it sooner because it's a huge saving not having to take your car done by someone else.

[@Thediycarchannel]

You are 💯 right this is why I started doing the videos everyone can saves ££££££ doing things there self and some people really enjoy it Thank you for you comment aswel it makes it all worth it thank you

[@rheinberg84]

the tip for cardboard drain was class! ( i made a slight mess the last time lol) thanks mate 👍👍👍

[@Thediycarchannel]

No problem thank you for the positive comment 👍

[@leemclaughlin3927]

yep old cereal box works a treat-theres a VX tool made out of metal you can buy specially for this but cardboards free and just bin it when its done its job

[@Thediycarchannel]

I didn't know that good to know thanks for sharing

[@mikethefuse09]

Sir! Would just like to say a big thank you!! I serviced my insignia today following your handy video and SUCCESS!! I’m pleased to say 😊 next project for me is the timing belt! 😬 but thank you thank you thank you!! 👍🏼

[@sanatatemulta9847]

Amazing job. Very specific and educational. Just one observation... open oil cap from top of engine as well when draining oil. Flows down better ...

[@Thediycarchannel]

Makes no difference as it's not air tight seal

[@sanatatemulta9847]

Drains faster

[@Thediycarchannel]

I will give it a try one time and see thank you

[@TheRoverspeed]

Great tip on the piece of card to divert the oil when undoing the oil filter casing.

[@Thediycarchannel]

Ye saves loads of mess

[@leemclaughlin3927]

theres a VX tool made out of metal you can buy specially for this but cardboards free and just bin it when its done its job

[@utilitarian]

I do love an insignia - I've had company cars for the last three years but getting my own car again next month and first job is this.! Thanks for sharing.

[@Thediycarchannel]

No worries there a great car Ioved mine goodluck with the service if you have any issues drop a comment on here

[@rajanganger5942]

Another good tip is to take the sump off and wash it in a parts washer, thats what my tutor in college done when he seviced his own cars.

[@Thediycarchannel]

Yes you could but that could invoke a lot more work on some vehicles. I think that is over kill myself if you do regular oil changes there's no need to remove the sump. But if you wanted to there's no harm in doing so

[@billtopping766]

Thanks for the detailed instruction...no frills and straight to the point

[@Thediycarchannel]

No worries bill, I'm glad you like it thanks you for watching

[@frankieg7575]

I'm about to start servicing. I doubt the garage I was using was doing it all. I always had to chase them to stamp the book, and it was always main service - never interim. So it was always more expensive. I did disks and brake shoes all round the car last week, now following this to fully service this coming Monday along with drop links and rear nearside spring in prep for MOT. (I have a 2014 Insignia, had it 10 years). Thanks lot mate, even at 5 years - this is gold! Subbed 🙂

[@Thediycarchannel]

That's great to hear Frank and thanks for your comment. I do have a video replacing the rear springs for the insignia. It's a shame I don't have cars to work on now hence no videos. Saying that tho I am about to fit new coil overs on my bmw 420 so I might video that. If you have any issues or get stuck drop a comment on this video hopefully I see it pretty quickly Thanks dave

[@Danny_Boi93]

Thank you so much for this honestly I've been searching everywhere to find information about how to service my insignia, every garage I've visited priced me no lower than £245 I'm going to look at the parts now you've listed and hopefully pick them all up 👌

[@Thediycarchannel]

That's brilliant Danny Im glad you found it helpful

[@chrisallen4696]

Thanks for the video, I have not long ago bought an insignia. I have never done anything on a car before and from your video, I did the air, pollen and fuel as it was so easy to do. Thanks again for the easy explanation. I may venture to do the oil soon, until then i'll get the garage to do.

[@Thediycarchannel]

Brilliant thank you for the feedback it's great to see it helping people

[@1690gaz]

Great video mate..just completed my first full service from start to finish(2013 insignia 2l sri) using this video..perfectly explained throughout.

[@Thediycarchannel]

That's great news I'm really happy it helped you out thank you for the comment letting me know makes it all worth the time doing the videos and editing and uploads

[@felixafonso4706]

Very well simplified video. Easy to follow for a car owner who wants to do DIY.

[@Thediycarchannel]

Thank you for you comment really appreciate it hope the video helps you out

[@cms1138]

Thanks, great video. I've been servicing my cars for a while now and this video cleared a few things up on this particular car. I always put "Home Service" in the service book and keep all receipts to reference to....if only for my own benefit.

[@Thediycarchannel]

No worries Chris that's a good idea

[@paultereo]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge! You saved a lot of headaches for many !

[@Thediycarchannel]

No worries Paul thanks for your comment

[@mortenjaaa]

Nice work mate, need more of the DIY ppl with regular cars

[@Thediycarchannel]

Thank you

[@colliale]

I’ve just started working on cars again after a 25 year Hiatus! My confidence is growing and your video has given me the additional confidence I need to continue to do it myself! I was going to use ramps and never thought about just jacking one side! How did you deal with the engine undertray?Thanks and great video btw!

[@Thediycarchannel]

That's great news. Be sure to use an ae stand when jacking one said. I just Jack the car up and remove the undertray

[@ismaelmahmud6094]

thank you I'm new owner Vauxhall insignia, I never changed fluid filter or pollen air filter. I will start to change now. thanks

[@Thediycarchannel]

No worries Ismael thank you for your comment

[@DeanFreeman-m1x]

this video is so helpful i had been a bit worried about doing it myself this has given me everything i need to complete my service now thank you again have now subscribed and watching more videos thanks again

[@Thediycarchannel]

Thank you I appreciate you subscribing I'm glad you found it helpful hopefully you find more videos helpful

[@deanfreeman5671]

Defiantly 😊

[@Thediycarchannel]

Thanks Dean

[@christweddle1329]

Great Video mate , I've always tried to do my own mechanics and servicing whenever possible, Vauxhalls are pretty basic and easy to work on and your video really helped - Some good tips along the way. I owe you a pint.

[@Thediycarchannel]

That's brilliant Chris. I'm glad you found it helpful thanks for your positive feedback I appreciate it. Honestly you owe me nothing my satisfaction comes from comments like yours I'm happy if your happy and if it saves you ££££££ it's a big win

[@rogergregory5981]

Great video well presented, card trick for the oil filter change worked a treat for me thanks for sharing 👍🏻

[@Thediycarchannel]

No probs happy it helped thank you

[@andyroid7339]

Just finished all but the oil (which I do every 10k miles). Handy tip I came across - put a snug fitting wooden block between the car body and the filter body. This stops the fuel filter body from moving if the filter has been tightened to more than 25Nm (as mine had been!).

[@Thediycarchannel]

Good tip thank you

[@davidsherriff8551]

2015 vx line sri 2l diesel filter housing is shocking, the filter wouldn't budge and has resulted in a snapped fuel line as it spun off its bracket, just a heads up for others doing this model, ive a head ache from diesel fumes and now a head ache of sourcing the housing to go with it 😂 decent video mate all else was a breeze, thank you.

[@Thediycarchannel]

That's not good but no fault of your own that's the last person that worked on it. Shame it happened but glad you got it sorted well. Done

[@aho2167]

Spot on video mate. Clear and concise. Cheers.

[@Thediycarchannel]

Thank you for your comment 👍

[@6547803]

Another fantastic video thank you. as always clear concise and informative with great clarity. 👍👍

[@Thediycarchannel]

Really appreciate your kind comment thank you people like you make it worth the effort of doing the videos so thanks again 👍

[@straightblast569]

Thanks man I learnt alot watching your video sir you keep it simple and easy to learn

[@Thediycarchannel]

No worries. I do try and thank you

[@nicholasswithenbank8645]

Very helpful for this afternoons activities. Thank you mate , quality video 🔥🔥🔥

[@Thediycarchannel]

Thank you

[@Jirzicu]

Just did a full service with this video. Awesome. Thank you very much!

[@Thediycarchannel]

No probs thank you for your comment happy it helped you out

[@geraldbrogan]

great video - thanks for taking the time to make this & sharing. Cheers!

[@Thediycarchannel]

No worries ger I'm glad it helped

[@blackieboy1967]

great vid well explained for the not so handy car person like my self, gonna try it my self and save quids, thanks

[@Thediycarchannel]

Thank you it's an easy job just make sure you have the right sockets sizes etc and it's a breeze and don't over fill the oil just take your time putting it in and it will all be good

[@positivementalattitude9344]

@@Thediycarchannel, hi mate, could you please fully service my 2011 Insignia Sri? Plus its giving me a couple problems like less power when going up hills even with the peddle fully down and that's only in 3rd gear. Finally when taking it to 45 - 50 mph it feels like it's gonna stall and I feel a hesitation coming from the front of car. I don't know nothing about cars and I don't wanna get ripped off by any garages. I'd be so happy if you could fix these problems for us. Take care hope to hear from you soon.

[@Thediycarchannel]

Send me a private message here see if we can sort something out it depends where you live [e-mail] If I can help you out I will The hesitation could be a long list of things Injectors , maf , turbo , blocked filters Send me an email we can go from there

[@peeterjullinen6236]

My 2013 118kw 2.0 insignia had the same problem,the force disappeared because the turbo switch off for this reason, the egr cooler housing gasket was worn_out which led to the coolant entering the intake manifold(sorry my bad english)

[@steveraby6023]

Thank you for a very good video. You explained everything clearly and I'm about to to my insignia.

[@Thediycarchannel]

No worries at all. I'm glad you found it helpful thank you for watching

[@JustAnotherSteve]

Really thorough video with lots of tips. Thanks.

[@Thediycarchannel]

Thank you Steven and glad you found it helpful and informative

[@Jamie-Evo]

Great video, very helpful and clear

[@Thediycarchannel]

Thanks jamie

[@Grimzareaper666]

Thanks for this, saw the other video but this one has a lot more detail.

[@Thediycarchannel]

Thank you that's why I made it again I thought the last one was lacking info glad you liked it thank you

[@itsme123t3]

Thanks for taking the time to post this video mate,it’s easy to follow and well explained,cheers ;)

[@Thediycarchannel]

No probs at all thank you for your comment really appreciate it thank you

[@christhompson6216]

Great video....will be saving it for when my Insignia is due a service !

[@Thediycarchannel]

Thank you I appreciate your comment Hope it helps you out If you get stuck drop a comment on here Thanks again 👍

[@fatmarksyoutube1018]

Great video just done the pollen and air filter, totally agree only use branded filters the one Arnold Clarke serviced my car with had fallen apart

[@Thediycarchannel]

Thank you sometimes the better quality ain't to much more money it's mad That can be the problem with garages some of them not all of them

[@tommymcquaid1799]

Thank you just bought an Insignia Estate and couldn't find the Oil filter. I don't think it was ever changed. Thanks again wouldn't have found it as easy if you didn't post the video.👍

[@Thediycarchannel]

That's great to hear Tommy I'm glad it helped.

[@richardtaylor6322]

Just to let you know I had issues after changing fuel filter.Air in system. I opened the fuel tank cap and air gushed out which solved the problem...

[@Thediycarchannel]

Good to know I'm guessing it could be the heat possibly

[@alljoy6541]

Thanks for making the video. The car service Centre's are charging astronomical prices. It is like they only 25% less then the dealer. You saved yourself a fortune. Also you can be happy that you put quality parts, whereas with some Centre's you just are not sure.

[@Thediycarchannel]

No problem at all thank you I agree 💯 that's why I wanted to shared an how to video it's not difficult and I know ever job was done and like I said with quality parts

[@marcingrabowski4729]

Great job mate, very helpful instructions 👍

[@Thediycarchannel]

Thank you Marcin its good to hear when the videos help

[@rabmc]

Fantastic video thanks for taking the time to upload this, its gave me the confidence to do my own now. quick question I have the insignia 2.0 cdti 2015 model, think its 170ps would it be the same kit as you used. thanks

[@r59wings]

Cheers for this, was concerned about doing fuel filter after hearing horror stories of not being able to re-pressurise the system and cars not starting etc. Doing my car today ;0)

[@Thediycarchannel]

As you seen in video just put ignition on and off 4 or 5 times you will hear it gurgling when it goes quite fire it up

[@grimreaperbadboy]

Unless it's a Ford lol they are a pain

[@Thediycarchannel]

I have had fords years ago but the insignia is a good car for the money you can pick them up for these days

[@catxls1835]

Great video man. Very informative at every stage. Would you consider doing a coolant change video? That would also be cool!! Thumbs up!!

[@Thediycarchannel]

I don't have the car no more and don't have access to one either either unfortunately. Thank you for your kind comment too I appreciate it

[@StheNdlovu]

I like the cardboard idea man . I will try it myself ,thanks man.

[@Thediycarchannel]

No worries thanks you for your comment

[@Altair885]

Great video, really helpful! Just one thing, I couldn't see an axle stand under it! Please don't rely on just a hydraulic jack, I know of someone who got partially crushed by a car when the jack came down on its own. You can get them pretty cheap for a pair of 3 ton stands. Cheers again for the video 👍

[@Thediycarchannel]

Thanks John. I do use stands and the wheel is under the car too if it was to drop. I just don't show Jacking points and axle stand point just incase someone follows my advice and gets hurt

[@Altair885]

@@Thediycarchannel Hey, sorry I'm not meaning to discredit your work in any way whatsoever. I just get a bit worried for anyone who might take a chance not using a stand. Like I say, I knew someone who ended up with some quite serious long lasting injuries after a jack let itself down without warning. And I've had a trolley jack fail myself, luckily without anyone close enough to get injured. It's made me a little wary of them now as you can imagine😁

[@Thediycarchannel]

No not at all no offense taken what so ever I appreciate your input

[@alandodd3184]

that is a cracking video - gonna give all this a go - thanks. Wished you lived next door, be getting you to do it lol

[@Thediycarchannel]

😂😂😂 It's not to bad just make sure you have tye right tools and take your time and be safe under the car and you will be ok

[@richarddey6793]

fantastic video very thorough helped me out big time thanks

[@Thediycarchannel]

No worries at all rich in happy it helped

[@dfslicker1]

this might help other insignia owners, i had a message come up on my dash reading " Service Vehicle soon" took it to garage and it turned out in my case to be numer one glow plug at fault, replaced and all is well this job was expensive £94 for glow plug plus labour and vat, seen clips on utube on how to do this, but be warned if you break glow plug in cylinder you have got big problems, i.e cylinder head has to come off, garage cost to do this iam told up to £2000.

[@Thediycarchannel]

I do have a glow plug change video on my channel

[@projectgaming3364]

Mate this video is brilliant. I have changed the pollen filter and the air filter already from watching this tutorial. I will be tackling the oil change, oil filter and fuel filter as soon as I pick up my new trolley jack.... Then onto water pump and timing belt haha. Thanks for the tips and keep up the good work. SUBSCRIBED!! PS. Are you definitely supposed to leave the white sheet on the new air filter when installing... my old filter didn't have one? I fitted it like you have in the video and left it on for now... just curious?

[@Thediycarchannel]

That's brilliant. I'm not sure what you mean by the white sheet sorry what do you mean? Thatnks for the sub and I'm glad you like the videos

[@projectgaming3364]

@Thediycarchannel it's ok I have figured it out now... it's a pre-filter the manufacturer puts on the actual filter, usually for harsh environments and for larger debris. Completely normal and doesnt need removing.. Thanks again. 👍

[@Thediycarchannel]

@projectgaming3364 no worries. Glad you worked it out

[@gordanburke2726]

Couldn’t get sump nut off Iv no torque wrench, I admitted defeat and it’s goin to a garage, replaced my front brake pads though 😊

[@Thediycarchannel]

That's a shame but at least you tried Hopefully the garage does it OK and next time you can do it your self

[@edi8656]

Great video mate thank you for taking time to make it

[@Thediycarchannel]

No probs people like you make it worth it Thank you for your comment

[@MrCacheiro]

Very good video, good image, & informative. Thank you.

[@Thediycarchannel]

Thank you makes it worth doing videos with comments like yours thank you

[@MaltMetalMick]

As an aircraft engineer, I know sod all about cars. I'll be servicing my Insignia soon with this video! Any chance of a timing belt and water pump video on an Insignia?

[@Thediycarchannel]

My own insignia is gone now But I did do a timing belt on it and it wasn't to bad at all If you want me to tell you what i did send me an email to [e-mail] Thanks Dave

[@gamesremastered1]

Nice video, I will be doing exactly what you done. It will be my first service so I’m very exited. Good tips. Thanks 👍

[@Thediycarchannel]

Good luck if you get stuck comment on the video I'm very active will reply and try help you out

[@henrybell4687]

Great video! I'm planning to do exactly this in a couple of weeks. Keep up the good work!

[@Thediycarchannel]

Thank you hope this video helps it go smoothly for you

[@gordonjamieson861]

Thank you for shareing this with us

[@Thediycarchannel]

No worries Gordon

[@serchbey]

Nice video and very useful, just want to say that i never use a key for the oil filter cap, i do this always by hand and i like your papper´s oil drain.

[@Thediycarchannel]

Thank you

[@craigsutherland5153]

Thanks mate was just about to put my 1 into a garage but think am going to do it my self only thing av no got it a torque wrench set

[@Thediycarchannel]

You don't have to torque it but be careful the rated spec is not seriously tight you would be shocked

[@craigsutherland5153]

The DIY Car Channel cheers mate av got the stuff the day going to do it the mora let u no how a get on thanks again

[@Thediycarchannel]

Brilliant if you get stuck drop a comment on here will help the best I can And sorry for a late reply to your original comment

[@craigsutherland5153]

The DIY Car Channel will do

[@Thediycarchannel]

Good luck

[@TonysRcTechboom]

Well done brother really enjoyed all of it mate , big thumbs up and a great How to video 👍😊👍

[@Thediycarchannel]

Thank you

[@TonysRcTechboom]

Your welcome bro 👍😁👍

[@allanmanning]

Thank you. I'll give it a go next weekend.

[@Thediycarchannel]

No worries Allen goodluck

[@stefanosorice8498]

Hi, thanks for the help. Is it essential to change the oil pan drain plug? Thank you

[@Thediycarchannel]

No it isn't you can just get a new copper crush washer But you don't have to replace any of it I do it for peace of mind

[@chapmiester148]

Nice video mate. FYI, I don't know if anyone else has told you. But the air flow on the old pollen filter was pointing upwards. Whereas when you fitted the new one it was air flow facing down lol 😁

[@Thediycarchannel]

Did I lol I didn't notice 😂 sorry obviously don't fit it like I did then lol

[@projectgaming3364]

I just rewatched the video... it's definitely pointing down. He did it right.

[@Thediycarchannel]

Thank you I really appreciate it I thought I did it right 😂

[@damienbrown6149]

Hiya mate, just seen this video now and its a good clear sounding, well categorised video with brilliant instruction on what to do and tools needed set out in description. Which brings me to why im here. Could you possible put a link up to what torq wrench you used please as there are quite a lot on the market. Many thanks fella 👌

[@Thediycarchannel]

Thank you When I finish work later I will find you a link to the same one Thanks Dave

[@Thediycarchannel]

Can't add a link here not sure why I have put a link in the discription on the video for you it's down the bottom in the discription blet me know if it works Thanks Dave

[@ifeonuodili5772]

Hi please can you tell me why my insignia 2011 always loses the oil cap, I always tighten it but it always comes loose and enough oil is escaping from there. Secondly, under the cabinet driver's side. After switching the engine off, there's this sound like long bip sound that slowly goes off. The last. In the air system or hydraulic system, there's also sound like gas out of a cow. But only sometimes not always. I want to be sure of what it's going on before I will go to mechanic. Sometimes it can be something that doesn't need a repair hope. Thanks

[@Thediycarchannel]

I'm sorry but really not sure.

[@nickbaker8191]

Thank you for such a good descriptive video

[@Thediycarchannel]

That's no probs nick thank you for your comment I really appreciate it I'm happy you found the video helpful

[@robertkempster2255]

excellent video, really well made and helpfull thanks.

[@Thediycarchannel]

Missed this comment. I am sorry, thank you Robert

[@nathaniel2300]

Hi mate, great video! Going to attempt this on my insignia. Quick question, how do i know ive tightened them to 25nm? Or is that the tool fitment id use? Sorry if daft question

[@Thediycarchannel]

No such thing as a daft question. Your meant to use a torque wrench but I do it hand tight then probably about 1/4 of a turn it don't need to be mega tight. If you can get a torque wrench that would be perfect

[@martinsharp4157]

Great Video 👍

[@Thediycarchannel]

Thank you Martin

[@ianfrancis2179]

Nice video very informative only problem I have is the same light you had on won't go out tried the few steps I seen online but keeps coming back on I have obd torque app on phone can reset light but coms back in a day or 2 of driving. The light with spanner on it came on when prompted that oil has 38% on it.

[@Thediycarchannel]

Sounds like engine management light Is there any codes coming up when you check it with obd Also obd is a basic scanner so might not bring fault up

[@ianfrancis2179]

@@Thediycarchannel nó codes come up i was under the impression it was service light. Cheers for swift reply

[@Thediycarchannel]

@@ianfrancis2179 it could be but doesn't make sense that it keeps coming back on it happened to me and ended being glow plugs

[@tonyBobb5209]

Great video. I have carried out my service on my 2016 vauxhall insignia 1.6ltr diesel and seems to have gone well. Only concern now is the engine management light is on. Looking through the Haynes Manual I have and online, is the engine management light on as there is too much oxygen in the system that the sensors are picking up and will clear/remove the engine management light if you continue to drive the car?

[@Thediycarchannel]

Is the maf meaning the mass air flow meter bad? Sounds like that could be your fault

[@tonyBobb5209]

@Thediycarchannel haha! It has since cleared. I'm just in need if a obd scanner to clear the 'service' message on the dashboard. Thanks again for the step by step guide, made the self service very easy.

[@andyhv615]

Excellent video. Many thanks.

[@Thediycarchannel]

No worries Andy thank you

[@christopherready8568]

Is it easy enough to do fuel filter without jacking the car? I have no axle stands and just the standard scissor jack the car came with, auppose could use that, wary tho with no axle stand. Great video btw. Always someone who will need it.

[@Thediycarchannel]

You would need to jack it up for clearance really unless you have a high curb near by you can park on. Use your scissor jack but put somthing under the car incase it falls also the wheels will. Still be on

[@Largallama]

Top video, was going to pay to get my service done but after watching your video, i am confident i can do it my self. Two questions, do the new seals come with the new filters? and would you recommend using a engine flush/. Cheers

[@Thediycarchannel]

Thank you. If you buy a good brand like Bosch or mann etc they normally come with seals. On brand new cars a flush would be fine. But on a car that's done miles I wouldn't personally. It may loosen stuff up and block the small oil feed holes etc. Just regular oil changes will be fine. And if you start to do it yourself it saves a lot of money too

[@Largallama]

@@Thediycarchannel Cheers bud, going to follow your video when i do it in a week or so. I know i am late to your video but i have never really worked on my cars as i have never done so until last weekend, i changed the alternator and now after watching your video, i have the confidence to do a full service, cheers.

[@Thediycarchannel]

If you did the alternator you will be totally fine with a service it's easier than brakes. If you get stuck drop a comment I will do my best to help. Also when you do it let me know how you get on it would be nice to hear of your success.

[@Largallama]

@@Thediycarchannel Cheers, will do, hopefully it will be in the next week or two.

[@Thediycarchannel]

Ye no worries I'm here to help and normally pretty active. Unless I'm on my night shifts then it takes a few days for a reply unfortunately.

[@mikehiggins461]

Class video. Is the under tray easy to come off as not keen on trying to change oil through the pull down flap.

[@Thediycarchannel]

Thank you To take the drop down flap off you have to undo a few screws at the front then cut fabric tape at the rear this is why I left mine off

[@Thediycarchannel]

And if you leave flap on You have to jack the car really high to fold it towards rear of car out the way It's a pain

[@jamesgallagher1803]

This is an excellent video very well put together. Have you got a link for the parts I have a 2.0l diesel on a 59 plate. Thanks

[@Thediycarchannel]

I don't sorry if the links are not in the discription and this is old so prices will be different and thank you James I appreciate your comment

[@peeterjullinen6236]

Small correction, it is not possible to mix poles on the heating filter,i think.

[@Thediycarchannel]

Not sure what you mean sorry

[@dbm1312]

Thanks bro. Good video👍

[@Thediycarchannel]

No worries Bogdan glad you Found it helpful

[@paulchristie3354]

Thanks. Very useful. Serviced my old car but only recently got a 2015 insignia and couldn't work out where the oil filter was. Can you not use a piece of tube over the filter drain and send it into a tub rather than the cardboard?

[@Thediycarchannel]

Yes I'm sure that would work but I just use cardboard

[@mikee_68]

Nice video thanks! My question (and I'm sorry if someone already asked this and I didn't check) can I fit a pod filter to my CDTI 160PS?

[@Thediycarchannel]

That's no worries mike any questions are welcome. I'm not sure what you mean about a pod filter tho

[@stevelake9333]

Doing oil change and all filters on mine plus cam belt , water pump, aux belt and tensioner and egr strip and clean too, had a look at your vid for a couple of reference points , so thanks for the upload, can you tell me though , when you did the fuel filter did you need remove any under panels to get to it ?

[@Thediycarchannel]

No worries for the video. It's been quite a while since I did this but I belive it's just a black plastic canister and no panels

[@stevelake9333]

@Thediycarchannel OK thanks, I'll get under the car soon and find out, I heard because mine is the ecoflex it's all panels underneath apparently to make it less wind resistant

[@Thediycarchannel]

@stevelake9333 could be true I haven't worked on the ecoflex

[@MrCacheiro]

Dear friend thank you for video.

[@Thediycarchannel]

Sorry MBT I missed this comment. No worries at all

[@robertlabrador94]

Hi there thank you so much for the video just wondering if this applied to 65 plate insignia?

[@Thediycarchannel]

No worries rob I can't answer that this is the newest I have worked on I can't imagine it much different if it is

[@kimberlycooksley]

Thank you for such a good video. Unfortunately it made me attempt this. I couldn’t get the oil drain plug undone. Far too tight and rounded off. Any suggestions on how to remove?

[@Thediycarchannel]

That's not good if u don't have tools you will need to take it to a garage unfortunately And with out seeing it it's hard to advise sorry Obviously some idiot over tightened it

[@johnhughes4170]

Excellent given you had to crawl underneath 👍

[@Thediycarchannel]

Thanks John

[@TheJohnclive021]

Very clear instructions, thanks for posting. Is the fuel filter on 2014 Zafira tourer dti in the same place? Thanks again.

[@Thediycarchannel]

That's no problem thank you And I'm not sure never serviced a zafira sorry

[@christweddle1329]

Hi, at the end of your video (13min 30 secs) you are re-pressurising the fuel system by turning the ignition on and off ? - Does that mean the fuel pump is electric ?? Also what size is the OIL filter cover ? - I know you said the fuel filter was 36mm - But what size is the oil cover ??? it looks a bit smaller ? possibly a 34?

[@Thediycarchannel]

Yes its the fuel pump The sizes should be in the video and in the discription I can't remember the sizes of the top of my head not had that car for over 3 years now

[@Thediycarchannel]

It's 32mm it's in the video discription all the tools and sizes are listed there

[@Donnaya137]

Thanks from all the ZB Commodore owners in Australia, left high and dry by Holden, who couldn't give a toss once they took our money,(especially about safety recalls),- and probably don't do anything when we pay THEM to service our car. Now i will do it myself rather than support them any more.

[@Thediycarchannel]

Dealers can be like that I don't trust people to work on my car's hence doing it myself and trying to help who want to learn

[@scottduncan7391]

Hi, wondering what tools I'll need. What size socket is the sump plug? Is it t25's for the undertray? And what size screws for the glove box? Cheers

[@Thediycarchannel]

I didn't have an undertray on my car it was taken off. If I don't say what size it is in the video I don't know sorry I haven't owned the car for around 3 years now

[@richard21109]

Excellent video,its a great help many thanks.

[@Thediycarchannel]

No probs thank you for your comment

[@Fountainwell49man]

Aside from jacking the car up and removing the drivers side wheel. Are you trying to angle the car in any way to aid drainage?

[@Thediycarchannel]

Thank you for the question No not really it's on a level surface u can lower car to help it drain a bit more But with regular oil changes that I do around every 3000-5000miles it makes no difference with a little left in there it would probably be 100ml-200ml possibly

[@BooklessT]

Quality clip. Well explained, easy to follow and full of good sensible advice. I'm going to do the ASTRA GTC and assume its more or less the same as the motor is also the 2.0 CDTI

[@Thediycarchannel]

Thank you for your comment really appreciate it May be a bit different but either way hope the video helped Thanks again 👍

[@andyhv615]

One question I forgot to ask, did you jack up just one side of the vehicle or both sides to get underneath. If just one side, will this allow complete drainage of the oil from the sump? Thanks.

[@Thediycarchannel]

Both due to engine cover underneath and you need it quite high to fold it back

[@MatthewPowers-t2b]

Great video. Getting ready to do my first service the do you have a link for a sump nut? Not sure if they varie.

[@Thediycarchannel]

Good luck. I don't sorry. If you type in make and model of your car on Google one should pop up with a new crush washer

[@MatthewPowers-t2b]

Got it many thanks.

[@Thediycarchannel]

@@MatthewPowers-t2b perfect

[@zeljkoperkovic8348]

Hi, The video you did is brilliant, thank you for that. You help me a lot... I have one question for you, maybe you can support... I can not see the oil consumption on top on my mileage- on car PC screen. I see only mileage. Is there any way to turn ON that, so I can see also oil consumption? Thank you.

[@Thediycarchannel]

Thank you means a lot Not sure what you mean about consumption You can only see the milage count down to next oil change Hope this helps Thank you