Anyone change their own oil?

[SPONGE]

Some of us are not under warranty and do our own oil changes.
Does any one use an oil extractor? If yes, what brand do you use or recommend?
I know the oil level is electronically monitored and the dipstick channel may have a plug and not an actual stick. (wondering if the extractor can still be used.)

[zcspec]

I use a pump/pneumatic version of the mityvac purchased off of eBay. Mine is a 9L and works like a champ. Owning a B8.5 platform, I can generally change my oil in about 20mins (15 for the extraction and another 5 for the filter). I have also used it to change my wife's RX350 oil. Both times, virtually mess free, even with the dumping of the oil into an oil reserve. If you do purchase one, I would highly recommend one which holds at least 6L. Some extractors hold much less and the last thing you want to do, is to empty your extractor in the middle of an oil change.
A couple of common questions people ask: Yes, you can extract virtually the same amount of oil as you would from the oil pan bolt. Yes, you can use it on a platform that has the dipstick plug.

[gk1]

I use this one.
http://www.alloymarine.com/index/suckup.htm
It was available at a local marine shop. Works well

[SPONGE]

Second Question what size socket for the Oil Filter cover?

[SPONGE]

I use this one.
http://www.alloymarine.com/index/suckup.htm
It was available at a local marine shop. Works well

Thanks for the reply. It states it's only 2.5 qts. I'm going to assume that you stop and discard the oil several times during the whole process.

[PKmode]

I will be this weekend and noticed there really isn't a set of DIY instructions so maybe I'll make some. For what it is worth, while the suction pumps are nice, you can certainly do it the old school way and pull the belly pan to access the drain plug. I will likely go this route for at least this 1st time as I don't have a pump and need to take a lot apart as I'm also doing the RS6 style grille, the SC pulley, air filter, cabin filter and installing a radiator and oil cooler guard. I've seen a lot of B8 guys and a few C7 guys with punctures to one or the other due to the size of the openings with the grilles. I'll likely do at least some pics of what I make as a low cost solution.

[gk1]

Thanks for the reply. It states it's only 2.5 qts. I'm going to assume that you stop and discard the oil several times during the whole process.

LOL. It's 2.5 gallons. :)

[SPONGE]

LOL. It's 2.5 gallons. :)

Zap. Reading is fundamental. Thanks for the clarification, and the humor.

[SPONGE]

I will be this weekend and noticed there really isn't a set of DIY instructions so maybe I'll make some. For what it is worth, while the suction pumps are nice, you can certainly do it the old school way and pull the belly pan to access the drain plug. I will likely go this route for at least this 1st time as I don't have a pump and need to take a lot apart as I'm also doing the RS6 style grille, the SC pulley, air filter, cabin filter and installing a radiator and oil cooler guard. I've seen a lot of B8 guys and a few C7 guys with punctures to one or the other due to the size of the openings with the grilles. I'll likely do at least some pics of what I make as a low cost solution.

I do not have a garage and want to be able to do it without having to jack up the car. or borrower a friends place or paying for a mechanic / Quick Lube spot do it.
You are taking on a nice project in combination to the oil change. Your car should drive butter smooth and look better once your done. Best part you spend sweat equity and get quality bonding time with your car. When you get a chance let me know the sprocket size for the oil filter cover. I don't want to use a wrench and scruff up the cap.

[Clipse3GT]

IIRC they still come with a drain plug on most models that you can use.

[SPONGE]

IIRC they still come with a drain plug on most models that you can use.

All oil pans should have a drain plug, that is known. (Drain plug washers / Threads can be compromised with frequent removal.) cheap part to replace and can be upgraded to a magnetic one as well. But rather not get on my back for oil changes nor worry about oil leaks from the plug.

Thank you I would like to invest in an oil extractor (as this will save time and is easier (less leg work) than removing the skid plate and the conventional method.)

[Drewabrewer]

I have a magnetic drain plug and do it myself. Just make sure and change the washer each time. In my opinion you get more oil out this way. I've been told by several Audi mechanics that suction is mostly done for efficiency. I've always changed my oil in 3 different audis and I've never had any issues. That's just my 2 cents though. I'm by no means a mechanic or a professional in the matter.

[Clipse3GT]

All oil pans should have a drain plug, that is known. (Drain plug washers / Threads can be compromised with frequent removal.) cheap part to replace and can be upgraded to a magnetic one as well. But rather not get on my back for oil changes nor worry about oil leaks from the plug.

Thank you I would like to invest in an oil extractor (as this will save time and is easier (less leg work) than removing the skid plate and the conventional method.)

The other option they make: https://www.fumotooildrainvalve.com/

Its just a drain valve. You install it once and it will simply drain the oil when you need to do it. Without working about stripping out the pan. You can just route some hose to the area you want to drain to. But a mightyvac pump or such will work as well without getting under the car.

[cooncified]

Second Question what size socket for the Oil Filter cover?

My 2012 A7 3.0 requires a 36mm. Yours should be the same.

Oil changes are extremely easy on these motors.

[eyeloveteeth]

last time i tried to top off my oil, i accidentally poured it into the Coolant tank...so nope, lesson learned.

[cooncified]

last time i tried to top off my oil, i accidentally poured it into the Coolant tank...so nope, lesson learned.

Not sure I would have admitted that one... haha. Did you at least realize before driving it?

[PKmode]

Correct on the 36mm socket

[veeder]

The question I have, how do you change the filter without jacking up the car. If you have to jack the car ip and remove the belly pan to access the filter, why not just undo the oil pan drain. I could understand of the filter was accessible from the top the extraction makes sense.


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[gk1]

The question I have, how do you change the filter without jacking up the car. If you have to jack the car ip and remove the belly pan to access the filter, why not just undo the oil pan drain. I could understand of the filter was accessible from the top the extraction makes sense.


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On the 3.0T the filter is on top.

[J. Diddy]

I've checked my own oil with my thumb, pinkie and ring finger. Does that count for anytihng?

[veeder]

Ah that makes sense if the filter is on top. On the S6, the filter and drain plug are next to one another


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[SPONGE]

My 2012 A7 3.0 requires a 36mm. Yours should be the same.

Oil changes are extremely easy on these motors.

Thanks greatly appreciated.

[bartenderfloyd]

FWIW, I have always changed my oild since day 1. I put in one of these 4 years ago and cut out a small access panel in the belly cover. Oil changes are 20 min. Here it is installed:

[RedS-line]

yes, search
http://www.audizine.com/forum/showth...-Oil-Extractor

[cooncified]

FWIW, I have always changed my oild since day 1. I put in one of these 4 years ago and cut out a small access panel in the belly cover. Oil changes are 20 min. Here it is installed:

I need to do that... Longest part of the process is accessing the nut and trying to keep clean while removing it.

[PKmode]

I need to do that... Longest part of the process is accessing the nut and trying to keep clean while removing it.

Really? The four triple squares are that hard to remove you'd rather cut a hole in you're belly pan? That's hoaky and lazy. I just did my oil change yesterday. The whole process is 20-30mins which is normal for any car.

[cooncified]

Really? The four triple squares are that hard to remove you'd rather cut a hole in you're belly pan? That's hoaky and lazy. I just did my oil change yesterday. The whole process is 20-30mins which is normal for any car.

I want to swap the plug for the drain valve he is showing. Belly pan (if that's what it is called?) removal is easy.

[PKmode]

Ah, he mentioned cutting an access hole and you quoted it so I was thinking of the hole. Right after I was cruising FB and saw on an Audi page someone posting a pic of a 2014 A6 with a chopped up belly pan after a quick lube. SMH. Worse yet is when the quick lube place throws away your belly pan all together.

Anyways, keep your belly pan in tact people. It's there for a reason. I'll admit the difference from a well place small access hole as Floyd mentioned is probably negligible (dirt and airflow disruption) but just take out the 4 screws. If it's the triple square heads, replace them with a something more std. My $0.02 so take it FWIW.

[Clipse3GT]

I want to swap the plug for the drain valve he is showing. Belly pan (if that's what it is called?) removal is easy.

Look at post #13. It has the link where you can get a genuine drain valve.