| You are here: | About>Autos>Auto Repair> Regular Maintenance> Oil Change - How to Do Your Own Oil Change - Changing Your Engine Oil |
![]() | Auto Repair |
More Auto Maintenance JobsDo Your Own Oil ChangePreparing For Your Oil ChangeNever change your oil while the engine is hot! Let it cool for a few hours, oil can burn you badly. Be sure you have a safe area to do your oil change. Level, solid ground is a must so that you can safely jack up your car. I also like to put something on the driveway or garage floor underneath the engine in case you spill. Cardboard or a piece of plywood are great for this.
What You'll Need
Let's get to it.
Previous | Next >> More Auto Maintenance Jobs |
|
All Topics | Email Article | | | ![]() |
| Advertising Info | News & Events | Work at About | SiteMap | Reprints | Help | Our Story | Be a Guide |
| User Agreement | Ethics Policy | Patent Info. | Privacy Policy | ©2008 About, Inc., A part of The New York Times Company. All rights reserved. |



