I'd like to start doing my own oil changes

on my c70 but I just want to make sure there

are NO special considerations.

I received my Mann oil filter elements and

filter removal tool from IPD. Also drain plug washers.

I hear that the oil filter cases are now plastic

and you should take special care not to crack them

or else your in trouble.( any feedback on this )

I am going to switch over to Mobil1 10w-30 now

as I am at the 22K.

Are there any oil change illistrations or manuals

on the net for the T5 HPT engine?

Any Tips Appreciated?

rd

99' c70 cpe hpt t5m

I have a 2000 S80 and the oil change procedure is the same. Get the OEM or IPD oil filter wrench as it will make things easier. Also ,if you are going to do the changes yourself , then go to WWW.Fumotovalve.com and get a Fumoto valve. It's a brass permanent drain valve. You never have to worry about washers, etc. again. I've had mine on my last 2 Volvos. If I didn't have to take off the plastic pan under the S80 I could do the whole oil change without getting under the car.

Going to Mobil 1 is a good move.

Regards,

Eddie W. in FL

The first set of oil plug washers I got were copper. I exchanged them for the aluminum ones. If you have Al washers it sounds like you have the correct gear. The filter houseing seems durable, that was a concern of mine also. I used a strap type wrench the first oil change and have been able to remove the housing by hand since.