tip on oil filter removal

[Lee M. Levitt]

After struggling with removing the oil filter on my new-to-me S6 avant, I
did some investigation at the local Pep Boys.

I found a tool that fits over the end of the oil filter, looks like a cap
for the filter, and takes a 3/8" ratchet. Slip this on, slip your ratchet
wrench into the end, and loosen at your leisure. Don't have enough room, use
a ratchet extension. Much easier than trying to fit the traditional band
filter wrench into tight spaces, burning and skinning body parts in the
process :)

I bought one for my S6 and another for my A6. Sizes A and C, IIRC, and they
were about $3 or $4 each.

I also bought a rubber thingie that fits over the end of the filter, allows
you to hand loosen the thing without spilling oil down your arm...

HTH,

Lee
'95.5 S6 avant (with fresh Mobil 1 oil)
'96 A6 quattro avant