Just wondering if anyone knows the details of weither or not changing your own oil could come back and bite you in the ass if you have engine trouble. I've always been told to make sure i keep my reciepts from oil changes...so i dunno? Thanks!

 

not sure but ill be changing mine tomorrow afternoon

 

If you change your own, keep a log book and record each one faithfully. I read elsewhere that if the manufacturer ever tried to deny an engine-fault warranty claim based on you changing your own oil, they'd have to prove neglect and/or wrongdoing on your part. Meaning: They'd have to have an oil analysis done, to see if you were running the oil too long, were using the wrong grade, etc. I don't think you'd have any problem in this area - just keep faithful records, and make sure to follow the owner manual's recommendations. Kudos on doing it yourself!

 

Yep, just make sure you record it and you will be fine. I record mine in the manual and keep a pen in the glove box so it is easy.

Bryan

 

This is the log for my Jeep and I have taken a copy of a similar database when I traded my previous cars and was honored by the dealer...


Maintenance for ‘07 JK
Date Service Mileage Comments

1/20/07 Installed AEM CAI Brute Force 1200
2/20/07 Installed Exhaust tip 1800
2/20/07 ECU reflash by Bertera 2200
3/21/07 Installed tow hitch/ wiring harness 2800
3/24/07 Mobil "1"- 6qts, Fram TG3614 3113
3/27/07 H10. 9145 Optilux Extreme Yellow 3185 Fogs

(sorry guys but I have this info in Word and it wil not line up properly, anyway you get the point)