changing oil filter on a 2001 Aurora 3.5 V6

Hello, I'm new here. I wondered if anybody could help me locat the oil filter. There's a large round cover (abou 3" dia.) on the bottom of the oil pan. Is my filter hidden insider there? If so, what do I use to loosen the cover. It's really tight. Thanks for any help.

Dave

Yes that is it, it is a cartridge filter go to pep boys or some other auto parts store they sell specific filter wrenches to fit these style and you attach your 3/8 drive ratchet to it to turn off.

Marc

Hello, I'm new here. I wondered if anybody could help me locat the oil filter. There's a large round cover (abou 3" dia.) on the bottom of the oil pan. Is my filter hidden insider there? If so, what do I use to loosen the cover. It's really tight. Thanks for any help.

DaveThis picture shows the filter cap at 415, the cartridge style filter element at 409. Don't worry about replacing the orings unless they are torn up and leaking. Be prepared to make a mess.

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