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

onzedge · 05-18-2014, 05:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Crayon

Did my first oil change today. Tons of help here. Thanks a ton for this writeup!

CBRsummer · 05-31-2014, 05:05 PM

just did the first oil change since buying my z. i'm no noob, i've been working on my own vehicles for over a decade, but there's something special about doing the first oil change. makes me all tingly inside.

pbs370z · 06-10-2014, 09:33 PM

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Originally Posted by CBRsummer

just did the first oil change since buying my z. i'm no noob, i've been working on my own vehicles for over a decade, but there's something special about doing the first oil change. makes me all tingly inside.

I know what you mean. I drank a glass of the first oil I drained on mine.

kenchan · 06-25-2014, 02:33 PM

yah, sounds like a typical mishimoto product.

onzedge · 06-25-2014, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

yah, sounds like a typical mishimoto product.

The only Greddy part I have is a magnetic drain plug.

kenchan · 06-25-2014, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by onzedge

The only Greddy part I have is a magnetic drain plug.

at least you can Trust them.

~37oZ~ · 06-30-2014, 09:22 PM

Just wanted to add, you only need to remove the 4 rear most bolts that hold the very back of the splash shield on instead of all 16 plus the 4 clips. The splash shield has a fold in it to allow quick access to the oil filter and plug once the four bolts are removed, just fold it back and hold in place with a strap or cable of some sort and it stays well out of the way of the dirty oil stream and oil filter, hope that helps save some time for someone down the road.

I think someone already mentioned doing it this way but here are some pics for clarity! I didn't get one drop of oil on anything. This flap was designed for the purpose of doing an oil change I believe.

LennyK · 12-24-2015, 06:50 AM

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Originally Posted by ~37oZ~

Just wanted to add, you only need to remove the 4 rear most bolts that hold the very back of the splash shield on instead of all 16 plus the 4 clips. The splash shield has a fold in it to allow quick access to the oil filter and plug once the four bolts are removed, just fold it back and hold in place with a strap or cable of some sort and it stays well out of the way of the dirty oil stream and oil filter, hope that helps save some time for someone down the road.

I think someone already mentioned doing it this way but here are some pics for clarity! I didn't get one drop of oil on anything. This flap was designed for the purpose of doing an oil change I believe.

GREAT INFORMATION...

onzedge · 07-01-2014, 03:49 AM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

at least you can Trust them.

lkh5650 · 08-29-2014, 04:16 PM

so...its very dumb question but just to make sure

I need 10mm socket wrench and 12mm wrench to remove the necessary bolts? 12mm for the drain plug?

I bought my car used, I am not sure what kind of oil its in (conventional or synthetic)
is it okay if I use full synthetic? anything I should be careful with?

Thank you so much

Trips · 08-29-2014, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by lkh5650

so...its very dumb question but just to make sure

I need 10mm socket wrench and 12mm wrench to remove the necessary bolts? 12mm for the drain plug?

I bought my car used, I am not sure what kind of oil its in (conventional or synthetic)
is it okay if I use full synthetic? anything I should be careful with?

Thank you so much

We would encourage you to stick with any full synthetic 5-30w oil

And make sure to check the oil level often so there are no ugly surprises that may lead to engine failure for assuming that everything was Okay.

onzedge · 08-29-2014, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Trips

We would encourage you to stick with any full synthetic 5-30w oil

And make sure to check the oil level often so there are no ugly surprises that may lead to engine failure for assuming that everything was Okay.

kenchan · 08-29-2014, 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by lkh5650

so...its very dumb question but just to make sure

I need 10mm socket wrench and 12mm wrench to remove the necessary bolts? 12mm for the drain plug?

I bought my car used, I am not sure what kind of oil its in (conventional or synthetic)
is it okay if I use full synthetic? anything I should be careful with?

Thank you so much

the plug is 14mm.

Padlock · 12-30-2014, 07:10 AM

Does the Purolator PL14610 filter fit on a base 2015 370z? I only ask because some websites say that it does not fit. Want to double check before I make my purchase.

Dragon_Ball_Z · 12-31-2014, 02:59 AM

So I got my oil change done at the dealer and they put my greedy plug on there. I don't think it had a copper crush washer. It isn't leaking, but should i just put one on there next change or replace the oil and put one on there now? I'm not sure how critical the washer is.

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CBRsummer Base Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: milwaukee Posts: 9 Drives: 40th anniversary Rep Power: 12	just did the first oil change since buying my z. i'm no noob, i've been working on my own vehicles for over a decade, but there's something special about doing the first oil change. makes me all tingly inside. falconfixer and wsarver like this. Last edited by CBRsummer; 05-31-2014 at 05:06 PM. Reason: spelling

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Dragon_Ball_Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Mississippi Posts: 1,117 Drives: Nismo& Sport/Touring Rep Power: 18	So I got my oil change done at the dealer and they put my greedy plug on there. I don't think it had a copper crush washer. It isn't leaking, but should i just put one on there next change or replace the oil and put one on there now? I'm not sure how critical the washer is. __________________ Build in Progress

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