Oil Filter Service Archives - Import Car
Cartridge Oil Filters

Think through the job, use the correct oil, filter and tools, and make sure you’re doing things in the right order.

Common VW Oil & Coolant Leak Solutions

As Volkswagens reach the end of their warranty, they will begin to come to your shop with oil and coolant leaks.

VIDEO: Oil Filter Improvements Over Time

Filter manufacturers have stayed on top of these changes. This video is sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.

VIDEO: Oil Filter Bypass Valves And Filter Capacity

When a system is in bypass, contaminants are not being filtered out of the oil. This video is sponsored by FRAM.

VIDEO: Why Do Oil Filters Have Anti-Drain Back Valves?

For spin-on filters, it’s a rubber-like membrane on the inner side of the can. This video is sponsored by FRAM.

VIDEO: Letting A Cartridge Drain

A cartridge oil filter housing contains some of the most contaminated oil. This video is sponsored by FRAM.

Hot Shot’s Secret Introduces Frantz Bypass Oil Filter System

The new Frantz Bypass Oil Filter System is for the Ford 6.0 and 6.4-liter Ford Powerstroke engine.

VIDEO: Cartridge Oil Filter Replacement

Cartridge oil filters are becoming more common on import-nameplate vehicles. This video is sponsored by MAHLE.

10 Cartridge Oil Filter Tips

Cartridge oil filters make potential mistakes more likely because they require more knowledge and tools to properly change the oil than a canister filter.

Better Engines Need Better Filters

The new technology allows smaller displacement engines to produce more power. But this put increased stress on the oil and filters.

Cartridge Oil Filter Replacement: 10 Installation Tips

An oil change is probably one of the least expensive services your shop offers, but it has the possibility to result in one of the most expensive comebacks if a mistake is made. Cartridge oil filters make potential mistakes more likely because they require more knowledge and tools to properly change the oil than a

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