DIY: Nissan 370Z Oil change (AK370Z way) Pictures inside

molamann · 05-28-2009, 12:50 PM

^ To catch the metal shavings flowing around.

nogoodname · 05-28-2009, 12:55 PM

yeah, i got it now.....you would need a serious magnet to get the those metal particles.

but still a good idea.... there's not much shops around me that take used oil.

where do you put urs??

AK370Z · 05-28-2009, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by nogoodname007

yeah, i got it now.....you would need a serious magnet to get the those metal particles.

From filtermag webstie:

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In order for FilterMAG™ to remove minute steel particles from the oil system, its magnets must have enough energy to hold incredibly fine particles against the velocity of the oil flow. FilterMAG™'s patented design employs a focused magnetic force field, that amplifies its incredibly powerful Neodymium magnets, to generate the immense force needed to forcibly remove tiny particles below 20-micron from the oil flow; and retain increasingly smaller particles -- as small as 2-microns -- against the pressure of oil flow velocity.

FilterMAG™'s patented magnetic flux amplifier technology redirects the magnetic energy normally present on the far side of the magnet towards the inside of the filter canister. The flux amplifier has to be of a precise thickness to maximise the magnetic field. The circumference is adjusted to allow for manufacturing variances to result in a precise fit & alignment of the series of magnets to the filter canister. This focuses the maximum amount of magnetic energy within the oil flow. The successful and proven result is a masterpiece of automotive engineering.

conclusion: Neodymium magnets = very strong magnet.

tru_Asiatik · 05-28-2009, 05:52 PM

just wanted to verify
redline oil has ester? just wanted to know because i was going to go with motul but redline is cheaper

also
part number for filter mag is SS250?
thank you

AK370Z · 05-28-2009, 06:27 PM

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Originally Posted by ZzzZz

Why not just remove the 4 bolts at the bottom of the cover. Notice there's that fold/crease about 8 inches up from the bottom? I believe that's what the designers intended that to be.

Removing the 4 bolts doesn't quite give you access to neither oil filter nor drain plug because they are situated a little deeper than that . I'm sure you can try and do it but if you can buy a motorized screwdriver ($10 shipped EBAY), it makes your life a whole lot easier.

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Originally Posted by pluckyduck

Slightly OT, but why not just leave the entire cover off? Wouldn't this provide some air flow for cooling? Or does the plastic cover provide aerodynamic functionality? It seems to me that manufacturers are adding more and more plastic covers both above and below the engine bay these days...

I believe Nissan uses this cover to prevent road debris, big rocks etc from hitting the bottom part of your Z and causing damage.

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Originally Posted by tru_Asiatik

just wanted to verify
redline oil has ester? just wanted to know because i was going to go with motul but redline is cheaper

also
part number for filter mag is SS250?
thank you

You can go with either one. If you track/race your car every weekend, I suggest you to go with Motul. If you drive like a granpa (like me

), then go with redline. They are both group 5 synthetic which is ester based. You're correct on the part number if using K&N filter. K&N filter has a 2.69" diameter which falls into SS250 range and it fits perfect. (SS250 filtermag range 2.50"-2.75") For different diameters, they have different SS models. Hope this helps.

DJcuetip · 06-01-2009, 05:27 AM

awesome dyi! thank you

so when your switching to synthetic? do you do the exact same steps? no special steps in between?

AK370Z · 06-01-2009, 05:44 AM

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Originally Posted by DJcuetip

awesome dyi! thank you

so when your switching to synthetic? do you do the exact same steps? no special steps in between?

Redline IS synthetic!

ricer333 · 06-01-2009, 01:23 PM

do you have to do any kind of reset within the instrument cluster for the oil change interval? I know some Maxima's and Altima's have a 'oil change interval' light/computer warning.

So does the 370z have to have something reset?

molamann · 06-01-2009, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by ricer333

do you have to do any kind of reset within the instrument cluster for the oil change interval? I know some Maxima's and Altima's have a 'oil change interval' light/computer warning.

So does the 370z have to have something rest?

You can manually change and reset the interval.

koojo · 06-01-2009, 02:22 PM

Nice write up! But 16 bolts + clips to change the oil?? WTF was Nissan thinking?

DJcuetip · 06-01-2009, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by AK370Z

Redline IS synthetic!

doH!

Viera · 06-06-2009, 12:02 AM

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Originally Posted by koojo

Nice write up! But 16 bolts + clips to change the oil?? WTF was Nissan thinking?

I know right? Geez.... Anywho, thanks for this DIY!

Darkstar87695 · 06-07-2009, 12:42 PM

Noob question, but how often do you guys change ur oil filter?

AK370Z · 06-07-2009, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by koojo

Nice write up! But 16 bolts + clips to change the oil?? WTF was Nissan thinking?

350Z was the same way... It's kinda PITA but the extra added protection makes me feel okay about it...

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Originally Posted by Darkstar87695

Noob question, but how often do you guys change ur oil filter?

You should change the oil filter EVERY time you change engine oil. So, I will change my filter TWICE a year since I'm running synthetic (appox. every 7000 miles).

Darkstar87695 · 06-07-2009, 02:34 PM

Thanks!

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ricer333 Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Melbourne, FL Posts: 22 Drives: 01 Ford Taurus SES Rep Power: 16	do you have to do any kind of reset within the instrument cluster for the oil change interval? I know some Maxima's and Altima's have a 'oil change interval' light/computer warning. So does the 370z have to have something reset? __________________ In the market for a new car.... wanting the 370z Touring + Sports Package! Time for a fun car to drive Last edited by ricer333; 06-01-2009 at 01:26 PM.

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