2001 3.5 intrigue oil filter changing

ok so today i tried to change my oil filter, i usually take it to jiffy lube, anyways i cant figure out how to get to the oil filter can someone help me out here....
thanks
rich

I use a Flotool #4 Super Graphite filter wrench purchased at my local auto parts store (Kragen) for $6, works great, attaches to a 3/8” drive ratchet. Pennzoil makes a similar metal filter wrench. I assume it is also #4 size (which would make it p/n 19804).

FYI, you can remove the filter without draining the oil first. Also, factory spec for oil filter tightening is 18 ft-lb, and oil drain plug is 15 ft-lb.

Yeah, that's a great attachment to have; we've got one for the Intrepid.

I wish the Olds dealer knew those torque ratings; the last time my oil was done, I had to get a new drain plug since the mechanic tightened it so much that it stripped the threads on the plug. :shakehead

I know what you mean, I have a major trust issue letting anyone work on my cars. I went out and bought a new inch/lb torque wrench for working on my aluminum 3.5L engine. I torque everything, including the oil pan drain plug and filter. By the way, my car had the improper drain plug in it. The proper one from GM (88891787), has a recess under the head of the bolt to accomodate the rubber seal (3536966).

I bought the GM filter wrench (Kent-Moore J-29142) or SPX is the name on the invoice. Let me know if you want the phone numbers to place an order.

It sounds like you know where to find the oil filter on the Intrigue (I have a 2000 V6)...can you help be locate it? Thanks!

on the 3.5 liter it is a cartridge type filter and is in the oil pan. The cover for it is on the bottom of the engine oil pan