Factory oil filter stuck!!!

Hughey79 · Aug 14, 2017

Okay maybe it isnt stuck per se but can you all please guide me on how to get it off?

I tried the standard oil tightening wrench and i cant get enough room in anyway to get it tight and have room to attempt to turn it without hitting something.

Also tried a jaw clamp type and all I managed was to make a small dent in the canister no movement.

Lastly tried the cup with socket and and no way to get the socket end in there with all the crap in the way.

How in the heck are you getting the factory one off?

Please help. I feel defeated! Thanks!

Burla · Aug 14, 2017

I have to ask, which way are you turning it? Did you smash the can?

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Burla · Aug 14, 2017

Try and loosen after a long trip, get it hot. Just to loosen it a little, then when cool try it?

It should not be that hard.

Golden cobra · Aug 14, 2017

It should not be that hard to remove! You might want to try pair of oil filter pliers, also make sure it's going the correct direction. If the handle of the pliers is pointed toward the front of your truck make sure you push it toward the passenger side for removal

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Hughey79 · Aug 14, 2017

Im turning it left and it was still very warm from the drive home from work.

07MegaCabRam · Aug 14, 2017

Maybe you need to take it to a place.

Skubasteve! · Aug 14, 2017

Put a nitrile glove on and twist that **** off.

Pull Ya · Aug 14, 2017

Is this the first oil change? If so, my theory is that they have a 400 lbs strong man that works on the assembly line that his job is to put the oil filter on as tight as he can. I always have the dealer do the first oil change for that reason. My suggestion, if you can, take it to a dealer the first time.
Jay

I know the process is probably automated but they need to turn the torque down a little---IMHO

Burla · Aug 14, 2017

Yeah, if you already dented the can, maybe the dealer should get it off. Tell them to make sure they only hand tighten in.

anthony2558 · Aug 14, 2017

Stick a screwdriver through it. Usually works for some good leverage.

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dstryr · Aug 14, 2017

https://www.amazon.com/ATD-5208-Strap-Type-Filter-Wrench/dp/B000OUZBTQ

Here's one of the best filter tools you can buy, been using one like this since early 80's.

Hughey79 · Aug 15, 2017

The can isnt crushed and only one small point got dented in on the bottom. Will attempt round two tonight after work. Yes it is the factory filter or first oil change on it.
Not a lot of room up in there for sure. Have my baggie and towels ready for the oil after its loosened.
Thank you all was really aggravated and tired last night. Maybe better luck this evening.

tsielski · Aug 15, 2017

When I was still using OEM filters in the stock location, the filter wrench I used was a KD-2380. It's the kind that has a 3/8" square opening for a 3/8" ratchet or short extension. It's designed for smaller oil filters. You can generally get those at any auto parts store. I lined the interior of the band on that wrench with some adhesive backed sand paper, and trimmed it to the width of the band. Works great on all small diameter (like the OEM Ram filter) oil filters.

After the first 4-letter word laced oil change, I installed a filter relocation kit. Several threads on this forum on how to do that.

Regarding the suggestion to pierce the canister with a screwdriver and use it to twist the filter off, I wouldn't do that. Been down that path when changing the filter on an old Dodge Tradesman van with the 318 V8 years ago. The PER-1 sized oil filter would not budge. In an act of desperation I tried that technique, and the screwdriver pierced through the canister simply shredded the canister when twisting force was applied. I was forced to use a larger screwdriver and a hammer as a chisel against the rolled edge of the filter closest to the engine block. Fortunately that engine filter location gave me the room to loosen it that way. There isn't room to do that on the Ram.

grizzstang · Aug 15, 2017

The first oil change is a PITA. I did mine not too long ago. I used a pair of oil filter pliers and put more than a small dent in the can to get the dam thing off. As Pull Ya mentioned it is usually installed at the factory by a 400 pound strong man and is twisted on dry to make future removal as miserable a process as possible.

Hughey79 · Aug 15, 2017

Need help again quick please. Finished oil change. Had to use a strap to get it off. Put in new oil and made a mess swapping filter out. Put on new rp 10-48 and it seems to fit differently. Can you advise if this is normal?

Hughey79 · Aug 15, 2017

See above post help please

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Hughey79 · Aug 15, 2017

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Hughey79 · Aug 15, 2017

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deangtp · Aug 15, 2017

My wife bought an 05' mustang GT brand new. The first oil change was fun. I used a strap. Couldn't get it. Stuck a screwdriver through it. Twisted the oil filter into two pieces. I don't even remember how I finally got it off. I won though. The first change in the truck was tough too.

Hughey79 · Aug 15, 2017

Yeah lol next one will be easier. Just want to make sure this is the correct fitment so I can start it and be done for the night

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