Changing the Oil Filter.

**WEDEL.1** · 23-12-2007, 05:17 PM

I decided to change the oil & Filter on the Polo 1.4L today. Julia had already bought the Filter from the Volksfactory, and after much debate with myself, decided to use Shell Helix Ultra, 5W-40 oil, with Nulon Engine Treatment. Let the fun begin!

I got the Polo on the ramps, removed the sump plug (easily) and drained the (black) oil. Then I look for the filter. Mmmm, looks a tight spot. I couldn't get my hand around it to turn it, the strap oil filter remover would not go on, and even if it did, I doubt I would be able to get the drive onto it & loosen the filter. I attacked it from above!

Only a third was visible. The filter has a nut spot welded on the end. I tried an adjustable wrench - no success. Using the new filter as a guide, I used a 27mm socket on it, but couldn't get it on. After more experiments, the 30mm socket fitted. I managed to put some force onto it, but it wouldn't move. I was being ultra careful as I didn't want to "break" the filter & be stuck with it at home.

I took the sump plug to Sprint Auto and bought a washer. I asked if they had an oil filter remover that would work in a tight place. They one they had look a little big. He checked the catologue, and found one that looked like it may work, but they didn't have one. He checked the computer, Ingle Farm has 4. I went home, grabbed the filter & drove the Green T4 to the Ingle Farm Store. They had none, but I bought the one the Holden Hill stoe had. "Put some rubber hose on the three pronges, that will make it grip." They supplied some hose.

$17 later I'm on the way home with a happy heart. I tried the "new" remover from underneath and from the top. It would not go on!

After 4 hours I replaced the sump plug and refilled the sump with the Shell Helix, cleaned up and took the Polo for a quick drive to Pt Wakefield.

So, now I have to take it to the Volksfactory & have the filter replaced and make sure they don't over- tighten it.

A great day today!

Maris

**Jmac** · 23-12-2007, 09:41 PM

They are a bugger of a thing and the filter MUST have a film of oil on the seal for the next poor guy to loosen which will probably be you anyway. 1/2 inch ratchet with a multi hex 30mm and you are sorted mate. Only needs to be hand tight plus an 1/8 to 1/4 turn after. Run up and check for leaks. You are not mooring the TITANIC with the filter. I know your pain buddy
Jimmymac

**Ben_GTI** · 23-12-2007, 11:24 PM

If you can get a shifter and a pole on it that might give you the torque u need.

**WEDEL.1** · 24-12-2007, 08:20 AM

Originally Posted by Ben_GTI

If you can get a shifter and a pole on it that might give you the torque u need.

I was frightened that I would put a hole in it with the twisting of the filter while alot of force was used to remove it or the nut would break away. The Polo would then be stuck under the carport.

Will get the volksfactory to remove.

Maris

TurboPolo · 24-12-2007, 10:03 AM

First go to Supercheap and buy these oil filter plyers($10.95).Jack your car up so you can get underneath as it will make it a lot easier. Well this works on my Polo Gti 2006 model and I have tried at least five different oil filter wrenchs.I only get a service to keep my warranty which is usually just an oil and oil filter change.Change it your self for peace of mind and save a lot of money.Merry Christmas every one

**WEDEL.1** · 24-12-2007, 01:25 PM

Originally Posted by TurboPolo

First go to Supercheap and buy these oil filter plyers($10.95).Jack your car up so you can get underneath as it will make it a lot easier. Well this works on my Polo Gti 2006 model and I have tried at least five different oil filter wrenchs.I only get a service to keep my warranty which is usually just an oil and oil filter change.Change it your self for peace of mind and save a lot of money.Merry Christmas every one

Thanks for the tip. I'll post a pic later of the location of the oil filter on our 1.4.

Maris

**GTIJNR** · 25-12-2007, 01:38 PM

u don't have to service by vw to keep warranty. they don't even change the filter most of the time... my done by repco dealer where i work and vw never complain bout my oil leak and gear box warranty issue .
and yeah that oil filter don't like to come off easy lol, then i hate the mess... cleaning take longer than change the filter.