Oil and filter change

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FARR2007
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Can i change filter after i put oil in? i had to wait to get a filter and used old one I now have new filter to install.
Dec 12, 2021 at 4:19 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

As long as you did not start the motor, yes.

If you run the motor, change the oil and filter again to be sure all the dirt and debris are out of the system.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-change-engine-oil-and-filter

Roy
Dec 12, 2021 at 10:03 PM
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