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

crazyyankfan · 09-08-2012, 12:16 AM

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Originally Posted by danelonson

I DD my Z and have never gotten up to 240 either, even with outside temperatures over 100 F. The next time I do my oil change I will be more careful and not pour the whole jug

I believe, according to the final drive ratios, the 7AT will rev at lower rpm than the 6MT while cruising in the highway. Hence you should have lower average oil temp with the 7AT.

nmjaxx9 · 09-08-2012, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by crazyyankfan

I believe, according to the final drive ratios, the 7AT will rev at lower rpm than the 6MT while cruising in the highway. Hence you should have lower average oil temp with the 7AT.

Except when the car is in manual mode, I noticed when my car (7AT) is manual and Im using the shifter or paddles, the oil temps tend to be hotter, than compared to when im in regular drive. So I think that makes a difference, but auto to manual yeah oil temps should be lower.

crazyyankfan · 09-08-2012, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by nmjaxx9

Except when the car is in manual mode, I noticed when my car (7AT) is manual and Im using the shifter or paddles, the oil temps tend to be hotter, than compared to when im in regular drive. So I think that makes a difference, but auto to manual yeah oil temps should be lower.

The gear ration is set for either the 6MT or 7AT. Regardless the mode you're in, with 7AT, you're literally running through the same gearbox.

Kabestro · 11-06-2012, 08:12 AM

I'm about to change my oil for the first time on my '13 Z, one question, is the oil drain plug the same as the 09-12 models M12X1.25? Also is Royal Purple an Ester based oil? I want Redline but it's a little hard for me to get here in PR.

Bought a Dimple magnetic plug, is it better to use it with the washer it comes with or swap it for copper washers?

Kabestro · 11-13-2012, 07:03 PM

Just bought a Magnetic plug, should I use the washer it came with or should I use a crushable copper washer? Or both?

JARblue · 11-13-2012, 11:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Kabestro

Just bought a Magnetic plug, should I use the washer it came with or should I use a crushable copper washer? Or both?

I used the standard copper crush washer, but I have a bunch of them from the dealership. The one that came with it is probably fine as well though. For some reason I like replacing the washer with a new crush one. :shrugs:

onzedge · 11-14-2012, 07:42 AM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

I used the standard copper crush washer, but I have a bunch of them from the dealership. The one that came with it is probably fine as well though. For some reason I like replacing the washer with a new crush one. :shrugs:

jsl370 · 12-24-2012, 05:54 PM

Why can you not use and reuse the washer that comes with the drain plug? Is it necessary to use the OEM copper compressions washer??

Trips · 12-24-2012, 06:01 PM

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Originally Posted by jsl370

Why can you not use and reuse the washer that comes with the drain plug? Is it necessary to use the OEM copper compressions washer??

It's merely a safety precaution.

Some would prefer not to risk a potential leak over a .50 copper washer.

A compression washer ensures a good seal so it won't leak thats why their used

JARblue · 12-24-2012, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Triple's

It's merely a safety precaution.

Some would prefer not to risk a potential leak over a .50 copper washer.

A compression washer ensures a good seal so it won't leak thats why their used

I agree with everything you said here, except the washers cost me $1 apiece from the dealership

jaybulls · 01-30-2014, 08:30 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

I agree with everything you said here, except the washers cost me $1 apiece from the dealership

yeah, RIGHT...dealer here, in vegas, charged me $56 for either the two crush gaskets for the oil, or, 6 gaskets covering the pan/tran/diffy...i axed him if'n they were made outta GOLD and left...gotta a call later to say i had to pay/charge in order to put the order through...

i ordered from victorville, cali, for $12 incl. postage...

eventually complained to the cust. serv. mgr. when change time came an d hopefully got it straightened out...

what a farce...

ZForce · 12-24-2012, 09:14 PM

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Originally Posted by jsl370

Why can you not use and reuse the washer that comes with the drain plug? Is it necessary to use the OEM copper compressions washer??

Not neccessary, if you like rolling the dice and replacing an engine. That is why they are called crush washer...use it once, it gets crushed, then trash it on refill. Just spend the 8 bits and call it a day.

jsl370 · 12-28-2012, 12:46 PM

does the filterMag you got fit the purolator oil filter? i followed you link and realized there are many different sizes and styles. just want to be sure i get the correct size.

jsl370 · 12-28-2012, 12:55 PM

NVM, i see that the there are just two sizes with different Mag strengths...

jsl370 · 12-28-2012, 01:54 PM

just purchased 10 crush washers from ebay for $5.79

11-06-2012, 08:12 AM	#4 (permalink)
Kabestro Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Puerto Rico Posts: 331 Drives: 13 Nissan 370Z MR M6 Rep Power: 41	I'm about to change my oil for the first time on my '13 Z, one question, is the oil drain plug the same as the 09-12 models M12X1.25? Also is Royal Purple an Ester based oil? I want Redline but it's a little hard for me to get here in PR. Bought a Dimple magnetic plug, is it better to use it with the washer it comes with or swap it for copper washers? Last edited by Kabestro; 11-12-2012 at 07:51 PM.

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jsl370 Base Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: gulf shores, al Posts: 5 Drives: 2010 Nissan 370z M6 Rep Power: 14	Why can you not use and reuse the washer that comes with the drain plug? Is it necessary to use the OEM copper compressions washer??

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jsl370 Base Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: gulf shores, al Posts: 5 Drives: 2010 Nissan 370z M6 Rep Power: 14	does the filterMag you got fit the purolator oil filter? i followed you link and realized there are many different sizes and styles. just want to be sure i get the correct size.

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jsl370 Base Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: gulf shores, al Posts: 5 Drives: 2010 Nissan 370z M6 Rep Power: 14	just purchased 10 crush washers from ebay for $5.79