C5 (X7 HDI165) - What wrench size does the engine oil filter cap need?
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C5 (X7 HDI165) - What wrench size does the engine oil filter cap need?
Hey there,
I have a Citroen C5 HDI165 (X7 from 2011) and just replaced the air filter.
In a few days I want to replace oil + oil filter. How ever, I just tried to fit some of my wrenches / nuts on the on the oil-filter-cap and it feels like nothing fits perfect ?!
Is it a middle-size or any "special size" ? Or did I simply not put the nut/wrench on it correctly?
Can anyone tell me what tool / size I need to open that damn thing?
Thanks !
I have a Citroen C5 HDI165 (X7 from 2011) and just replaced the air filter.
In a few days I want to replace oil + oil filter. How ever, I just tried to fit some of my wrenches / nuts on the on the oil-filter-cap and it feels like nothing fits perfect ?!
Is it a middle-size or any "special size" ? Or did I simply not put the nut/wrench on it correctly?
Can anyone tell me what tool / size I need to open that damn thing?
Thanks !
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Re: C5 (X7 HDI165) - What wrench size does the engine oil filter cap need?
Hi and welcome to the Forum.
It's recommended that you use one of these - an oil filter wrench. It is very easy to 'thread' the plastic on the top as it hasn't got the leverage to undo the oil filter cover and you may damage it.
https://www.toolsense.co.uk/facom-mod-u ... odule.html There are of course similar oil wrenches, but this is the one Citroen recommend (I'm not suggesting you buy one at these prices - it's just for reference)!
It's recommended that you use one of these - an oil filter wrench. It is very easy to 'thread' the plastic on the top as it hasn't got the leverage to undo the oil filter cover and you may damage it.
https://www.toolsense.co.uk/facom-mod-u ... odule.html There are of course similar oil wrenches, but this is the one Citroen recommend (I'm not suggesting you buy one at these prices - it's just for reference)!
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Re: C5 (X7 HDI165) - What wrench size does the engine oil filter cap need?
I have one of those (not Facom but similiar)... never really got great results with it as the oil filter just slips through it :/
Also: Why does it come with so many adapters?
What use does the plastic have then?
Maybe I can use both? An oil filter wrench + the plastic cap? But even then, I would need the size of the cap :S
And for tightening the cap I would need a torque wrench? That means it would need to be done via the plastic cap again ?
Also: Why does it come with so many adapters?
What use does the plastic have then?
Maybe I can use both? An oil filter wrench + the plastic cap? But even then, I would need the size of the cap :S
And for tightening the cap I would need a torque wrench? That means it would need to be done via the plastic cap again ?
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Re: C5 (X7 HDI165) - What wrench size does the engine oil filter cap need?
Those extra bits shown are the various oil sump bits that come with this particular kit (for this sort of investment, it is designed to work on many car models)
I guess that the top part is to be used in conjunction with the wrench, so you don't put too much strain on the plastic nut alone. Also, make sure you replace the seal when replacing the oil filter cartridge.
I guess that the top part is to be used in conjunction with the wrench, so you don't put too much strain on the plastic nut alone. Also, make sure you replace the seal when replacing the oil filter cartridge.
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Re: C5 (X7 HDI165) - What wrench size does the engine oil filter cap need?
GiveMeABreak wrote:Those extra bits shown are the various oil sump bits that come with this particular kit (for this sort of investment, it is designed to work on many car models)
I guess that the top part is to be used in conjunction with the wrench, so you don't put too much strain on the plastic nut alone. Also, make sure you replace the seal when replacing the oil filter cartridge.
Yup, my new oil filter cam with a new seal.
Alright so I will use the combination of oil filter wrench + plastic cap. But still: What size does the plastic cap have?
Anyone knows?
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Re: C5 (X7 HDI165) - What wrench size does the engine oil filter cap need?
There's actually no mention of using any other tool in the specific oil filter replacement service procedures for your X7, apart from the wrench, so doesn't list the size. I'm sure another member who has done the job will be along to help you with the size.
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Re: C5 (X7 HDI165) - What wrench size does the engine oil filter cap need?
27 mm for the plastic nut I have a ratchet spanner for the job.
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Re: C5 (X7 HDI165) - What wrench size does the engine oil filter cap need?
KennyW wrote:27 mm for the plastic nut I have a ratchet spanner for the job.
Kenny
What exactly is a ratchet spanner?
A ratchet wrench ?
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Re: C5 (X7 HDI165) - What wrench size does the engine oil filter cap need?
Wrench is just the American term for the English spanner. They are the same thing.
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Re: C5 (X7 HDI165) - What wrench size does the engine oil filter cap need?
Well I am not a native english speaker so both term don't make much sense to me lol.
But I guess I figured it out neverless: a wrench that can be changed to any size you want to. Like the Gedore 60S10JP.
But I guess I figured it out neverless: a wrench that can be changed to any size you want to. Like the Gedore 60S10JP.
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Re: C5 (X7 HDI165) - What wrench size does the engine oil filter cap need?
I can confirm its 27 mm
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Re: C5 (X7 HDI165) - What wrench size does the engine oil filter cap need?
C5 x7 2.0 HDi 160 hp Estate exclusive, the newbie
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Re: C5 (X7 HDI165) - What wrench size does the engine oil filter cap need?
zakazak wrote:Well I am not a native english speaker so both term don't make much sense to me lol.
But I guess I figured it out neverless: a wrench that can be changed to any size you want to. Like the Gedore 60S10JP.
No, a ratchet spanner is not adjustable for size. The central ring will rotate one direction and stops the other way. Like this-
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Re: C5 (X7 HDI165) - What wrench size does the engine oil filter cap need?
kenny is on the right track, I bought one of these and the flexible head helps a lot.
https://goo.gl/vr5S1H
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Re: C5 (X7 HDI165) - What wrench size does the engine oil filter cap need?
Is the housing the same as that on the facelift C5?
if so, the proper socket with cutouts is by far the most effective tool.
if so, the proper socket with cutouts is by far the most effective tool.