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How do I remove the oil filter when it's been.

Tiny
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  • 1996 HYUNDAI LANTRA
  • 194,000 MILES
How do I remove the oil filter when it's been wound on too tight? I've punched a few holes in it with a screwdriver but it won't move and there's not much room underneath the car for me to get both hands in and manually unwind it
Sunday, March 24th, 2013 AT 8:00 AM

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Tiny
KHLOW2008
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Use a long rod and punch near the base, just off the ridge of the filter for more leverage. Otherwise you would need a chain type oil filter wrench.
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Sunday, March 24th, 2013 AT 8:59 AM
Tiny
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You can get oil filter removal tools from all spare shops, go and look at the options end grip types are normally the best option.
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Sunday, March 24th, 2013 AT 9:00 AM

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