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I failed inspection last week due to a frayed seat belt. Found one in a salvage yard in CA... just arrived by post today. I proceeded to take out the old belt, and started to install the replacement. The lock on the retractor of the replacement wont release, and as a result, I can't even get the...

4k miles on this filter with M1 HM 5W30 in my 99 Taco V6. If those images don't work, try here.

I want to change the fluid in my MT and Xfer case in my '99 Toyota Tacoma V6 3.4L. The manual says this requires: API GL-4 or GL-5 SAE 75W90 From what I've read here, GL-5 is a no-no in MTs - so I'm considering Redline MT-90 GL-4 75W90. This seems to be one of the only GL-4's that are readily...

I scored a 5 qt jug of M1 HM 5W30 at WM for $23.50, but I have a 5.5-qt sump. Buying an additional 1-qt bottle of M1 will blow my margins, so how do you folks handle this situation? I’d like to be able to vary the oils I use (maybe try PU next time), so I don’t want to buy 11 5-qt jugs of M1 HM...

How bad would you classify this sludge as seen down the oil fill port on my 1999 Toyota Tacoma V6 5VZ-FE?

I bought a new 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe SE V6 last month. Owner’s manual says to change oil and filter at 7500 miles – or 3750 for severe conditions. Dealer told me to bring it in at 5000. Is it better to do the first oil change a little early? I’ve only got 1200 miles so far… but thinking about...