2016 CTD, cant' get oil filter out!
Trying to get the oil filter out the side wheel well like shown on youtube but it does not seem to be enough room as it's hitting the metal lines! Any trick to this? I know I can come out the top ...
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Sometimes it does require a bit of force to slip the oil filter between the lines. It's definitely beneficial to keep oil completely off the outside of the filter for a much better grip. Although I've been able to remove the oil filter on my truck using thicker, freezer zip-lock bags, for some the Geno's oil filter cap is a necessity to keep oil from spilling down and around the filter. If there's a "trick" here, IMO, it's knowing when you're about to bend the lines. At that point you have no choice but to stop, and just go through the "top".
If you're having trouble removing the oil filter I've found it's best to use the Lisle #61580 oil filter wrench along a very long, short-stroke 3/8" ratchet (for leverage). The space between the lines limits the amount of movement so you need a short-stroke ratchet. Make sure you're turning it the right way---easy to get confused.
Good luck!
If you're having trouble removing the oil filter I've found it's best to use the Lisle #61580 oil filter wrench along a very long, short-stroke 3/8" ratchet (for leverage). The space between the lines limits the amount of movement so you need a short-stroke ratchet. Make sure you're turning it the right way---easy to get confused.
Good luck!
