Originally Posted By: RichR
Originally Posted By: Reddy45
Is this the type of filter that you change from underneath? Where it has a drain built in?
If so, I have the Assenmacher one from Amazon. It works ok but occasionally the wrench will "stick" to the filter cap. You need a.. I think a 24mm socket to use it, but the filter cap doesn't warrant that much torque.
https://www.amazon.com/Assenmacher-Speci...oil+filter+tool
If I could buy another one, I'd get one like this:
https://www.amazon.com/Capri-Tools-21026...oil+filter+tool
Tool number two had pics from buyers where it cracked in half!
Since I am now caring for a '10 Corolla again I am going with this one.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Y5JWW1W/ref=dp_sp_detail?psc=1
Looks like it has better reviews.
Definitely get one with the slots that engage the "ears" on the filter cap. They work better and don't get stuck on the cap as badly as the other style.
I broke one of the aluminum ones myself. I had tightened the cap too much, and can't get much leverage because of where I change oil. A foot against the ratchet found the tool's weak spot.
After that, I ran across the idea to loosen using the big outer nut, not with a 3/8 ratchet in the center hole. I got a new wrench from NAPA, along with a socket in the proper size to fit the nut. I do tighten the filter cap with the ratchet drive.