Quote:
Originally posted by JVT:
drill a hole in the filter, stab in a screw driver and turn. Will give you leverage, and who cares if you ruin the filter, you're changing it anyway.

But be prepared for a mess.

John
Skip the drill, just stab and turn, gets you to big mess quicker.

Different manufacturers may require different size plastic wrenches for same car.

Been there, done that.

Remember hand tighten only.

There must be an easier way to save $5, but I keep doing them. Gets me up close and personal with my Contiques.


98 Mystique LS v6 atx 110,000km
97 Contour LX v6 atx 125,000km
stock CD on LS, cass on LX
spoiler, tinted windows on LS only
4 wheel discs on LX only
All other available options on both