Does anybody answer questions on here? I'm sorry if I'm not a frickin' car tech

[nepharius]

I know how to change an oil filter. That is, until I got my intrigue...I have the 3.5 with the filter element that you replace... My question isn't really how to change it, although that info would be cool...but is there anything I should know before I go poking around under the hood, figuring it out myself? I don't want to screw anything up

[jed_99]

No surprises, just make sure you have armor plated your knuckles. Theres not much room underneath to turn an oil filter wrench, and they do slip while there too.

[nepharius]

Thank you much

[whlarsen]

I just bought a handy gizmo from Auto Zone. They make a tool that fits over the end of the filter that you use a wratchet with. This is available in a size that fits the filter plug. The thing broke on me the first time I tried to use it. Took it to work and will weld it. But it does fit the plug. Pretty cheap too. Under $3 I think. Hope this helps.