I CU2 Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 Hi guys,I'm just wondering if I need this tool to change the oil in the IS250: http://www.amazon.com/Assenmacher-Specialty-Tools-TOY-640/dp/B0015PK3AG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1384416731&sr=8-1&keywords=toyota+oil+filter+tool Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony1234 Posted November 14, 2013 Share Posted November 14, 2013 Hi guys, I'm just wondering if I need this tool to change the oil in the IS250: http://www.amazon.com/Assenmacher-Specialty-Tools-TOY-640/dp/B0015PK3AG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1384416731&sr=8-1&keywords=toyota+oil+filter+tool Not necessary but it does make removal of the cartridge housing easier.Last Saturday i changed oil and filter in my IS250.I didn't have this tool and used a chain filter wrench.I did cover the cartridge housing with some rubber strips so as not to scratch it.When i undid it it wasn't that tight,it came off fairly easy.Before i change my oil and filter next time i will get this tool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kyo Posted November 16, 2013 Share Posted November 16, 2013 Hey mate, good to see you DIY the oil change. I bought the exact wrench from amazon not long agao after numerous online research. The Assenmacher is most recommended one, apparently all the other ones are lower quality and worn out after a few use. As tony mentioned, having a oil filter wrench makes thing a lot easier to un-do the filter housing. I think this is be best money I ever spent for my car and you can use for a long time. So which engine oil you using? and where did you bought your oil filter? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I CU2 Posted November 16, 2013 Author Share Posted November 16, 2013 I'm just buying it for future use - I don't have the oil filter yet. I have a stockpile of Castrol Edge which I picked up on special 5W30 that I'll use. Do you service your car yourself? I was quoted $650 for a service which is just an oil change, cabin filter and brake fluid change. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony1234 Posted November 16, 2013 Share Posted November 16, 2013 Hey mate, good to see you DIY the oil change. I bought the exact wrench from amazon not long agao after numerous online research. The Assenmacher is most recommended one, apparently all the other ones are lower quality and worn out after a few use. As tony mentioned, having a oil filter wrench makes thing a lot easier to un-do the filter housing. I think this is be best money I ever spent for my car and you can use for a long time. So which engine oil you using? and where did you bought your oil filter? Castrol Edge titanium 5W30.had 3 bottles lying around.Got the oil filter from Lexus(Toyota spares LOL) $25 what a rip for a cartridge and an O ring !! As my car is under warranty i really need to stick with genuine parts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony1234 Posted November 16, 2013 Share Posted November 16, 2013 I'm just buying it for future use - I don't have the oil filter yet. I have a stockpile of Castrol Edge which I picked up on special 5W30 that I'll use. Do you service your car yourself? I was quoted $650 for a service which is just an oil change, cabin filter and brake fluid change. AS per my previous post i also used Castrol Edge titanium 5W30.I'm sure there are better oils out there but this will only be in there for 6 months till it's 1st service not to mention i only had 5Ks on it when i changed the oil.Car takes approx.6.4 L of oil.I just couldn't leave engine oil in a car for 12 months.As for cabin filter here's a link.Approx.AU$18 delivered !!http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/HQRP-Cabin-Air-Filter-fits-Lexus-IS250-IS350-2006-2007-2008-2009-2010-2011-2012-/390502440761 As for install just go to youtube for install instructions.Easy.As for brake fluid change i'd leave that to Lexus service. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sliq Posted November 17, 2013 Share Posted November 17, 2013 let me know which oil filter / and where you got it from. i'm still weighing oem vs aftermarket Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I CU2 Posted November 17, 2013 Author Share Posted November 17, 2013 Think I'll go OEM Oil Filter - They're 3 for $13 in the US and after-market is $8 each lol. Just have to find a cheap way to get them over here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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