How to Change Your Own Oil

Refill the Engine with Oil

Remove the oil cap, and refill the engine with oil.

Erin Huffstetler

Open the hood of the car, and remove the oil cap. Then, insert your funnel and refill the engine with oil. To avoid overfilling, hold back the last half quart of oil – a certain amount of old oil will remain in your engine even after it has been drained.

Replace your oil cap.

• Gather Your Oil Change Supplies
• Lift Your Vehicle
• Chock the Rear Wheels
• Drain the Old Oil
• Remove the Old Oil Filter
• Lubricate the New Oil Filter
• Prefill and Install the New Oil Filter
• Refill the Engine with Oil
• Check Your Oil Level