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Old 02-20-2005, 01:26 AM
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Default where's the oil filter??

hey there, i'm about to change my oil, but i haven't located the oil filter yet? can anyone tell me where it is? or even better a pic of it.

also, what is the best oil filter to use?

what about good spark plugs to use?
 
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Old 02-20-2005, 01:18 PM
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What engine? How about what car for that matter?
 
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Old 02-21-2005, 01:00 AM
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sorry, i assumed everyone knew what car i had....

it's a '98 A4 2.8 Quattro the 5 valve.
 
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Old 02-21-2005, 01:42 AM
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you can't miss it. Just crawl under the car, its on the drivers side.
 
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Old 02-21-2005, 01:53 AM
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ok. i was looking from the top and couldn't see it. thanks!!
 
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Old 02-21-2005, 01:59 AM
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def only accessible form underneath.
 
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Old 02-24-2005, 01:44 AM
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from top looking down...if you can see its drivers side "down there"......its easier on the 1.8T's
 
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Old 02-28-2005, 11:58 PM
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chya, make sure you get a Mann or Mahle oil filters. only ones built to work with the thick oil you should be running in your car
 
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Old 04-09-2005, 05:27 AM
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u gotta take of a stupid plasic gaurd thing after u put the car up on ramps or somthing cuz your definatly not getting underneath that easy if its on the ground
 
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