Tiny Factory oil filter

[2023Maverick]

Does anyone know what the correct filter cap or cup size filter tool is?

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[MichaelG]

Does anyone know what the correct filter cap or cup size filter tool is?

This is what I bought to do the oil changes. I read a while ago in these forums that the oil filter was on tight. The filter on my vehicle was very tight. I was so glad I had it. 10" socket extension helped too. Another great thing about the wrench is that it will fit most filters. One size fits all. If I had the cap-style wrench, I don't think I would have been able to get the oil filter off.

It put a pretty big dent in the filter.

 

[Distracto]

Searched "FL910S" (motorcraft) found a 12pk on Amazon for ~$70 back in July.
I'm seeing ~$85 for 12pk today.

I have no favorite oil per se but have decided to use Mobil 0-20 full synth "for "hybrid" because it met specs in manual and easily available at local wally world.

Good to know. I picked up a single FL910s at Walmart for around $8.50. Lol a 12 pack for my hybrid tho, I'll have oil filters for almost the life of the vehicle

 

[Distracto]

Does anyone know what the correct filter cap or cup size filter tool is?

I don't remember what the numbers correspond to, but "76/14” from my harbor freight set

 

[Skeeter163]

2023 XLT Hybrid 2.5. Changed oil today at 2000 miles Glad i did. Mine had this really tiny oil filter on it. I am like WTF is this when I get it off. Man it was on tight too. Do others have this tiny filter too or is this something new to save money. Its about 2.5 inchs long.

The Wix filter I just got is small butt I haven’t took mine off yet .

 

[TheSEARCH]

What does changing the oil at 7500 mikes make it a "big mistake"?

I said that because of such a tiny oil filter from the factory. Its like half size.

 

[Johnkn]

Searched "FL910S" (motorcraft) found a 12pk on Amazon for ~$70 back in July.
I'm seeing ~$85 for 12pk today.

I have no favorite oil per se but have decided to use Mobil 0-20 full synth "for "hybrid" because it met specs in manual and easily available at local wally world.

Buying “Motorcraft” filters from non-verified sellers on Amazon is a good way to get knockoff filters.

Remember if you have points you can use them for oil filters, etc..

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[RichardCranium]

This is what I bought to do the oil changes. I read a while ago in these forums that the oil filter was on tight. The filter on my vehicle was very tight. I was so glad I had it. 10" socket extension helped too. Another great thing about the wrench is that it will fit most filters. One size fits all. If I had the cap-style wrench, I don't think I would have been able to get the oil filter off.

It put a pretty big dent in the filter.

does that grip tighter as you remove it or do you have to set the size before you put it on?

 

[KSC Grey Ghost]

Where the Mav is made its not uaw.

Yes I know that !!! This is not the only Ford i own ! Not to mention the some the part in the Maverick are made in the USA like the engine .

 

[NoVaJimmy]

Yes I know that !!! This is not the only Ford i own ! Not to mention the some the part in the Maverick are made in the USA like the engine .

I don't believe either engine is made in the USA, Ecoboost comes from the Valencia factory in spain and I'm 99% sure the hybrid's 2.5 is made in Mexico.

 

[Vaportrail]

Yes I know that !!! This is not the only Ford i own ! Not to mention the some the part in the Maverick are made in the USA like the engine .

Uhhhh-

I'm pretty sure your engine was "Hecho en Mexico"...

Last time I checked the Honda Ridgeline was actually made in America, if that really matters to you-

Just be ready to pay extra for that "made in the USA quality...

 

[MichaelG]

does that grip tighter as you remove it or do you have to set the size before you put it on?

It grips tighter the more you torque it.

 

[Ron Neal]

I said that because of such a tiny oil filter from the factory. Its like half size.

Half size filter for a half size motor.

 

[JefCo]

Huge? $20 hr isn’t huge, nor a salary.
Many times Unions will be hired in to do work to fix what non-union workers neglect or mess up.

 

[AF Blue]

Good to know. I picked up a single FL910s at Walmart for around $8.50. Lol a 12 pack for my hybrid tho, I'll have oil filters for almost the life of the vehicle

Buying “Motorcraft” filters from non-verified sellers on Amazon is a good way to get knockoff filters.

Remember if you have points you can use them for oil filters, etc..

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In hind sight, I could have (should have) just picked up two from local auto parts store.
I don't disagree with the risks of buying from _any_ marketplace or auction site ... it's a gamble.

If i have any issues with them, I will do a follow-up post stating such.

In the meantime, it's Friday and I'm feeling like Johnny Kemp.
Harbor Freight - here i come!

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