I have a 2002 S40 1.9T. Will i need a socket to change the filter? Which grade should I go for? 5w-30 or 10W? I live in the South Bay so weather is cold and hot, but its almost winter. Also what brand of filter and oil?

Im going full synthetic oil, but I think Walmart has the best price for oil and amazon for filter? Or is a local O'Reileys/AutoZone be better?

 

IPD has the tool you need, Oil Filter Cap Wrench Socket. You can get them elsewhere too.

Living in Maryland, I usually run 5W30 in winter and 10W30 in the summer.
Stan

 

I think you can find the oil filter socket at the local parts store too. You can't go wrong with IPD though.

I'm a 5W-30 believer all times of the year. And fully synthetic is the only way to go IMHO. Brand does not matter.

 

Only use OEM or Mann filters.

 

My brother found the oil filter socket on e-bay for ten bucks. The filter cartridge can be bought at Pep Boys for @ $10. Many other retailers sell it for 15-17 bucks. The $10.00 one in Made in the USA.

I didnt find the oil filter socket at Reileys....ironically, the Manager said HE couldnt find it on the retail market.

 

You can use a large pair of adjustable pliers, or a strap wrench in a pinch (not recommended) but use the special wrench, not hard to get.

I recommend running 5w-40 year round. Rotella T6 is the best. Mann or OEM filters are best. Cheaper filters tend to collapse.