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[I_want_an_Omega]

Ok,

so I'm going to change my oil filter - I've never done one on a Mig before.

Its a metal filter - not a paper element one.

I've got access under the car and can get access to remove the filter using a long handled oil filter wrench tool.

My question is - it looks to me like I will need to crank the steering to one lock or the other to move the tie bar out of the way to get access. But which way -  forward or back?

Do I then do it up tight with one hand or two, or do I use my wrench to tighten it up?

Comments appreciated.

Rob

[tunnie]

full right lock gives more access 

[Agemo]

"One hand-tight" should be enough if you can get a good grip, otherwise use both hands. Remember to put a smear of oil on the rubber seal. 

[Bent valve]

Because the filter is so small on these,I find that I can usually undo them by hand if use a 1/4 of sheet of medium grade wet or dry paper between hand and filter to provide grip. Use this method to tighten it if your hands are slippy

[I_want_an_Omega]

Thanks, I've got 2 good tips here - as the actress said to the bishop 

I'll have my cuppa and have a play

Thanks guys