How to change the oil in a 2012 Jeep Wrangler?
Here’s a shot of everything you will need to change the oil in your 2012 Jeep JK Wrangler. As you can see, you will need 6 quarts of oil, a new filter media, some tools and a means to collect your used oil. 1. Your engine cover is just snapped in place and to remove it, simply grab and lift it up as shown.
What kind of oil filter does a Jeep Wrangler use?
And, after you done this on your own, I can almost guarantee that you’ll never take your Jeep back to your dealer or a shop to have it done for you again. The new 3.6L V6 Pentastar engine does not use a traditional can style oil filter but rather, uses a disposable filter media that is installed into the top of the engine.
Is the Mopar oil filter manufactured by aftermarket?
And as a reminder the Mopar filter is manufactured by an aftermarket company. The aftermarket company’s filter should meet the same specs as the Mopar filter. And as a reminder the Mopar filter is manufactured by an aftermarket company. The aftermarket company’s filter should meet the same specs as the Mopar filter.
Is the bypass valve on my oil filter broken?
I thought it was odd since I know that the oil filter housing already has a bypass valve (mine is not broken) with a ‘nipple’ that is supposed to protrude through the hole.
How to do an oil change on a 2012 Jeep Wrangler JK 3?
How To Do an Oil Change on a 2012-2018 Jeep Wrangler JK 3.6L Pentastar. And the thinner oil (on the low temp end) will provide better lubrication on cold starts as well. So for most, 5W-20 oil works the best unless you are in a warmer climate or only run the vehicle during hot summer months.
What kind of oil filter does a 3.6L Jeep use?
Redesigned oil filter for 3.6l – beware! Just a short post to alert those who have a 2011-2013 3.6L motor in their Jeep. Up until recently, I was using a NAPA GOLD 7526 oil filters for my oil changes (along with Mobil 1 5w-30).
Where do you put the oil filler cap on a Jeep Wrangler?
After setting aside that engine cover, locate the oil filler cap on the right side of your engine bay and remove. This will help allow oil to drain from the engine a bit easier. Now you can move underneath the vehicle.
How many quarts of oil does a Jeep Wrangler take?
For JK Wranglers from 2012-2018 with the Pentastar 3.6L engine, Mopar recommends using six quarts of 5W-20 oil, however you can also use 5W-30 depending on what type of driving conditions you expect to encounter.