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How to change the oil in your car Every 3,000 miles we are faced with the vital task of changing our oil. When this occurs, most of us just set up an appointment at the repair garage and spend money for someone to do something so easy, you can do it yourself in a short amount of time. It is a basic necessity in maintaining your vehicle that can leave you with pride in yourself for a job well done. The first step in the process is buying the oil and oil filter. You can find these in any store that sells automotive items. There will be a manual near the filters to find the right oil filter for your car. As for your oil, brand is not important as long as it is API (American Petroleum Institute) certified. All certified oils will state this on the label. Your owner’s manual should be consulted for the amount and type of oil such as 5 w30 or 10 w30, needed for your car. Now that you have your oil and filters you can begin the job. With your old jeans and shirt on you need to crawl under the front of your car. You will notice a relatively large tank with a bol