oil filter torque spec

[inuvik]

Fumoto valve users:
I went to their website and there are 5 options that fit my 2018, supposedly. Any recommendation on which one? https://www.fumotousa.com/cars-picku...mirage-1-2l-l3

I'm using the Fumoto F106S (short nipple) on both my Mirage and Outlander Sport. I also use a short 3/8" hose with the Fumoto nipple connector (SH-10). Makes oil changes so easy.

[Mark]

I'm using the Fumoto F106S (short nipple) on both my Mirage and Outlander Sport. I also use a short 3/8" hose with the Fumoto nipple connector (SH-10). Makes oil changes so easy.

I also have the F106S on my Mirage. If you want to use a hose, you have the option. I used a hose once, and I saw no need for it. It's just one more thing to clean up or store. I would still buy the same valve if I had to replace it, however.

I have a F108 (original style without a nipple) on my 2011 Subaru Forester, & it's great, too.

No tools necessary, less messy, & no replacement drain plug washers are needed. I used two cheap dish wash/kitty litter tubs while changing the oil in my Mirage. While the oil pan is draining, I change out the oil filter (use a 2nd pan under that spot. Once the oil filter is changed, I just slip under the car, close the valve, & pull out the plastic tubs.

I find using a 65mm 14 flute oil socket wrench to be helpful when changing the oil filter from the top. I have a hard time grabbing & torquing on the oil filter with my bare hard from above, but a stubby handled ratchet works perfectly!

I also use the same 65mm 14 oil socket wrench for my 1993 John Deere LX176 (Kawasaki engine) riding lawnmower & 2006 Kawasaki Mule 610 oil filters. I probably wouldn't need a wrench for them, but I have it to use.

[Top_Fuel]

...I find using a 65mm 14 flute oil socket wrench to be helpful when changing the oil filter from the top....a stubby handled ratchet works perfectly!

Pics of this filter socket wrench HERE.

[7milesout]

I have one of those too. Not the cast looking part but a stamped version. I'll just say, I think my part is rather hitty. Throw an s in front of that and we're in bidness. The cast one pictured looks a lot mo' bettuh than mine.

[jbarr]

I use the f106s. I also found that a plastic 3/8 mnpt hose barb fits perfectly on the nipple.

[Dark Magenta]

I don’t like how low this hangs down. And I am not comfortable tightening it more.

[Fummins]

Just don’t go off roading or running over parking curbs. The rad support will normally bottom out first. Except for that one guy that hit a paint can or something on the highways. If it makes you feel better the 2012-13 Sonics we have at work have a less clearance and rip all the plastic off under the engine and wear down the flex pipe too. The worst I see on a mirage is usually just the rad support bent back.

[foama]

My oil filter gets tightened by hand as it says on the carton.
That is just until the rubber gasket touches ever so lightly, and then exactly three quarters of a turn further.

That way it doesn't leak, and can easily be removed by hand without any tools at all.

I do own a simple filter-cap just in case, but for this car I don't need it.

[jbarr]

I don’t like how low this hangs down. And I am not comfortable tightening it more.

You will have more troubles than the fumoto valve were you to hit it. It isn't the lowest thing on car.