MH Tips
Oil Filter


Change the oil filter every time you change the oil, using a high-quality filter. Fill the new oil filter almost to the top before putting it on after an oil change (and before the engine is started). This keeps the engine from running without oil pressure while the oil pump fills up the new filter.

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