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

supraman626 · 06-11-2009, 02:10 AM

great writeup!

I haven't even purchase the car yet and i am already excited to change the oil!

how many oil changes would the filter mag and magnetic drain plug last? Would you replace it with a new one every time?

Oil is pretty costly ($10 a quart) but i guess it will be worth it for her.

Do you buy it from that website or are there any other better deals elsewhere?

AK370Z · 06-11-2009, 02:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Forrest

Can i get a picture of your tork wrench?

I don't have one currently. I used another friends wrench. I am getting something similar to this before the next oil change.

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Originally Posted by supraman626

great writeup!

I haven't even purchase the car yet and i am already excited to change the oil!

how many oil changes would the filter mag and magnetic drain plug last? Would you replace it with a new one every time?

Oil is pretty costly ($10 a quart) but i guess it will be worth it for her.

Do you buy it from that website or are there any other better deals elsewhere?

Filter mag and magnetic drain bolt - you can keep forever. Just change the bolt washer during every oil change. I bought my oils from Redline. I believe the shipping was $13 (total $73) but for a $35K car, it's 1/5th of 1% of the vehicle price. In simple words, cost is absolutely nothing when it comes to keeping your engine running clean and top notch.

. I'm sure you can get better deals from oil vendors and stores.

ChrisSlicks · 06-11-2009, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Forrest

Can i get a picture of your tork wrench?

I got one of these on sale at sears last year for $50, included storage case.

Craftsman Microtork® Torque Wrench, 20-150 ft. lbs., 1/2 in. Drive

Chan Chee Hoe · 06-12-2009, 10:03 AM

I noticed the OEM oil filter is made in China,why.?Japan cannot make oil Filter.?

Sonic370Z · 06-16-2009, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Chan Chee Hoe

I noticed the OEM oil filter is made in China,why.?Japan cannot make oil Filter.?

just changed the oil for the first time and no matter how hard I tried I couldn't get the damn thing off. screw driver through the middle of the damn thing took it right off.

anyhow, my original oil filter says made in Japan. my local dealer that I purchased 2 replacement oil filters from say made in China. I also noticed that the oil filter they gave me is slightly longer (maybe 1/2 inch) than the OEM one?

part number of the original Nissan filter: 15208-65FOB (Japan)
part number of the Nissan filter the dealer sold me: 15208-9E000 (China)

and from the looks of AK's pictures, his was 15208-65FOC (China)

thoughts?

semtex · 06-11-2009, 03:16 PM

You're a very patient person, AK.

YamahaR6 · 06-12-2009, 10:19 AM

Two words...

"Cheap labour!"

Forrest · 06-12-2009, 08:37 PM

What does one need to do to prove they changed there oils so they can continue to receive a warranty?

Cypress · 06-13-2009, 08:07 PM

Do you need a NEW washer between the drain bolt and the oil pan every time you change the oil?

AK370Z · 06-13-2009, 08:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Forrest

What does one need to do to prove they changed there oils so they can continue to receive a warranty?

I say just write them down in the maintenance guide (oil and filter brand with mileage info) that came with the car. I can't see dealer voiding warranty for oil change (as long as you know what you're doing)

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Originally Posted by Cypress

Do you need a NEW washer between the drain bolt and the oil pan every time you change the oil?

Yes. It only costs $1.04. You cannot reuse copper OEM washer because it compresses as you tighten (one time use only).

miguez · 06-13-2009, 10:28 PM

Is that a Nissan washer AK? Get it at the dealer?

AK370Z · 06-13-2009, 10:45 PM

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Originally Posted by miguez

Is that a Nissan washer AK? Get it at the dealer?

Yes. You can buy the washer from ANY Nissan dealer.

370Z Purist · 06-14-2009, 04:03 PM

Question:

I've heard some stuff about how to change the oil in a brand new car, namely the 370Z; something like the very first oil change is 500 miles, using petroleum-based, not synthetic, oil.

Is there anything about that concerning this car?

molamann · 06-14-2009, 04:08 PM

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Originally Posted by 370Z Purist

Question:

I've heard some stuff about how to change the oil in a brand new car, namely the 370Z; something like the very first oil change is 500 miles, using petroleum-based, not synthetic, oil.

Is there anything about that concerning this car?

Search for "ester" within the forum. There's like 43028429 threads regarding its use.

AK370Z · 06-14-2009, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by 370Z Purist

Question:

I've heard some stuff about how to change the oil in a brand new car, namely the 370Z; something like the very first oil change is 500 miles, using petroleum-based, not synthetic, oil.

Is there anything about that concerning this car?

Very good question. Nissan USA want you to take your car in for the first oil change at 3750 miles. I personally think that's way too long (for the first oil change). There are simply too many particles flowing around that can damage the internals. So, I did my first oil change at 2000 miles with regular oil at the dealer.

You should wait till at least 3000 miles before switching to synthetic (I switched at 3800 miles). Again some members here switched as early as 1200 miles but it's recommended to wait about 3000 miles.

Here's a discussion you can check out:
Does oil temp affacts to performance?

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Originally Posted by another thread

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Originally Posted by leepeen

I already put pennzoil platinum full synthetic oil at approxi 600 miles...
With stock oil, i used to hit 240F even if i drove like a grandma...
Now, i only hit above 250F when i rev until 7000~7500rpm for sport driving.

Therefore,

Anyway, i got few questions....

1. Why should i wait until i hit 3000 miles for synthetic?

2. Why people recommend redline synthetic oil for 370Z?

Thx for reply...

Hey Leepeen, I have just walked outside my house (it's 2:55 AM) to get to my shed to get the Redline bottle

so that I can show you the pic!

As you can see, they want you to wait at least 3,000 miles (I did around 3800. Semtex, wstar I believe did the same 4-5K miles). Even though few will say that the rings will seal properly within 20 miles of driving, but some still believe you should use factory oil to seal the rings properly and drive 3-5K miles. But there were members who changed/switched to synthetic within 1200 miles (if that makes you feel better). I am still an old school follower who follows everything by book.

I like redline because it's a good oil. They use good stuff just like Motul. But I didn't pick Motul because I don't track my car. Motul is labeled as racing oil where Redline has two different oil - one is regular synthetic (which is what I have) and the other is Racing Synthetic. Racing oils tend to lack the important detergents to keep the engine clean on daily driven cars. If you'll be tracking your car a lot (like Semtex, RCZ or Travis) go with Motul or Redline Racing oil. If you are going to drive street/highway 90% of the time go Redline Synthetic or Amsoil.

Check out this post here DIY: Nissan 370Z Oil change (AK370Z way) Pictures inside also watch the video if you have time:

06-11-2009, 02:10 AM	#1 (permalink)
supraman626 Base Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: sf, ca Posts: 58 Drives: 09 Nissan 370z PW M6 Rep Power: 17	informative! great writeup! I haven't even purchase the car yet and i am already excited to change the oil! how many oil changes would the filter mag and magnetic drain plug last? Would you replace it with a new one every time? Oil is pretty costly ($10 a quart) but i guess it will be worth it for her. Do you buy it from that website or are there any other better deals elsewhere?

06-11-2009, 03:16 PM	#6 (permalink)
semtex A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Behind enemy lines Age: 54 Posts: 5,995 Drives: People to drink Rep Power: 33	You're a very patient person, AK. __________________ "There are no small accidents on this circuit." -- Ayrton Senna 316.8whp & 248 ft/lbs (Dyno Dynamics) \| 319whp & 256 ft/lbs (DynoJet) (04/23/10) Stillen G3 CAI, CBE, Pulley / F.I. LTH / GTSpec Ladder Brace / Setrab Oil Cooler / UpRev-tuned by Forged Perf.

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