How many jack stands do I need for an oil change?
two jacks
There are two ways to safely lift your vehicle in order to change your oil. You can either use two jacks positioned on either side of the front of your vehicle or you can use a set of ramps onto which you drive your vehicle.
Do you need a jack to change oil?
In addition to oil, you’ll need an oil filter, an oil-filter removal wrench, a wrench to remove the drain plug, a funnel, a drain pan and some gloves. You may also need to raise the car to gain access, in which case you’ll need a floor jack and safety stands, or a pair of purpose-made steel ramps.
Can you change oil with one jack?
Can you change oil with one jack? Of course, it can be done, but only with the front end of the car lifted up. Look out for where the oil drain is on the pan( back, side, center, and so on). You actually may or may not drain the last of the oil while the front of the car is still lifted.
How to change the drain plug on a Toyota Camry?
The replacement drain bolt washer part number is Toyota 90430-12031. Attach the 3/8″ extension bar to the 3/8″ drive ratcheting wrench and remove the oil filter housing drain plug by turning it counter clockwise. Put it aside in a safe place. Move the used oil catch container to below the filter housing.
What kind of oil filter does a Toyota Camry use?
The 2007-2009 Toyota Camry with the 2.4L I4 engine is compatible with the following canister style spin-on oil filters: Purolator PL14477, Purolator Classic L14477, Mobil1 M1-103, Fram PH4386, K&N HP-1003 and Bosch D3325. The first step is to warm up the engine for a few minutes and then turn it off.
How do you change the oil in a Toyota Camry?
Use a 14mm socket attached to a ratcheting wrench to loosen the oil drain bolt by turning it counter clockwise. Move the used oil catch container below the oil pan and unscrew the drain bolt the rest of the way with your fingers. Be careful since the oil may be hot enough to cause burns depending on how long you warmed up the engine.
What kind of engine does a Toyota Camry have?
Owners of other XV40 generation Camry vehicles equipped with the 2.4 liter 2AZ-FE inline four cylinder (2007, 2008 & 2009) or 3.5L V6 engines (’07-’11) should also find this guide to be helpful.