Oil change

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drewster1978
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Oil change

Postby drewster1978 » Sun Jan 12, 2020 10:52 am

Hi I've got a Renault Mégane MK2 2006 and need to do a oil change and filter,how much oil do I need and will 5w 40 be ok

DougM
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Re: Oil change

Postby DougM » Sun Jan 12, 2020 12:20 pm

I used 5W 30 but only because it was on offer at Halfords, 5W 40 should be fine. 4.8 litres is what the book says for my 1.6 but I used 4 and then monitored it and put it a bit more in a couple of weeks later. Cheapo Halfords filter was good for the job and a square plug tool, although I have seen people adapt tools for undoing it. I would get a new washer from the dealer, its not worth the leak hassle and good luck with the daft plastic under body engine cover and its rusty bolts.

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Re: Oil change

Postby drewster1978 » Sun Jan 12, 2020 5:19 pm

Ok thanks,do you mean a washer for the oil filter.?would you put new sump plug in.

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Re: Oil change

Postby DougM » Mon Jan 13, 2020 9:43 am

Washer for the sump plug. There isn't one for the filter as I recall. Do not over tighten it, I used a filter strap to remove because it was so tight. Dab a bit of oil around the edge to ensure a good seal.

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Re: Oil change

Postby drewster1978 » Mon Jan 13, 2020 12:00 pm

I see ok thanks for your help.

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Re: Oil change

Postby drewster1978 » Mon Jan 13, 2020 12:08 pm

Is this the correct socket 8mm square sump,3/8 socket to remove sump..

DougM
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Re: Oil change

Postby DougM » Mon Jan 13, 2020 12:52 pm

As I recall, yes, £5 from Halfrauds.


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