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Vauxhall Vectra C 1 8 Oil and Filter Change
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Күн бұрынIn this video I am doing an oil and filter change in our Vauxhall Vectra C 1.8 2003. The sump nut oil plug is a torx t45. Vauxhall/Opel.
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@Cavalier_Steve 4 жыл бұрын
I’ve changed oil on both hot and cold engines more on hot personally but as long as you do it regularly or at the intervals it doesn’t matter about the residual that’s left. Keep the videos coming mate! 👍😉
@68xperfectx 4 жыл бұрын
A master at work....managed to get the sump plug out without getting a load of oil up your sleeve. Great video Martin keep them coming.
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Shaun
@zyspan 4 жыл бұрын
I had little clue about engines until I happened across your channel (late generation X) and more into electronics. I really appreciate your straight forward approach of teaching your "know-how" and experience, with the added bonus of " Come 'ere, I just found out about this". Always learning - thanks Martin
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bri.
@dodgydruid 4 жыл бұрын
My granddad loved his Vauxhalls, when he chopped in his Triumph Vitesse which he regretted instantly he went to Penfolds in Lewisham and bought a banana yellow 1800 Viva HE but it struggled with caravans, so he moved to a MK1 Cavalier also banana yellow but the engine was too small so at first chance he ordered a new Opel Kadett with a sporty package and it nearly pulled the hitch off the caravan it was so pokey, he then moved to a Astra GTE MK1 and his final car was a special edition GTE MK2 which he never got to drive as he passed on before it was delivered. My dad did dabble hiring a MK1 Opel Ascona for a holiday, my old mum loved it but my father didn't and he bought a 2 litre MK5 Cortina Estate instead.
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
Used to love the Astra GTE's, worth a few bob now Ian.
@garymucher9590 4 жыл бұрын
Straight, quick, to the point and easy. Perfect Martin. You give inspiration to so many that have no clue how to do such things. Simple video how to change oil and filter. But so many just have no idea how easy doing that is. Thumbs Up!
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
Cheers Gary
@kirwanjohn101 4 жыл бұрын
Lovely simple video for the novice Martin, well done! I have owned 6 Opel petrol cars in the past and they are a very simple engines to work on and maintain. Regular oil and filter changes are the key.
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
Exactly John, why pay a garage £80.00 to do this type of job.
@garethprice8818 4 жыл бұрын
My escort years ago used to go through a litre of oil every 700miles, never bothered changing the oil as it was refreshed constantly! 😂 just treated it to a new filter every year! Best preventative maintenance you can do for any engine is regularly changing fluids.
@stucook9587 3 жыл бұрын
Love your vids . Still have my petrol 1.8 2007 with 115000 on it . Done all my servicing with the help of your video tutorials . Many Thanks
@Wetthewhistle 4 жыл бұрын
I agree with you on the oil spec Martin, the manufacturers spec a specific grade for a reason. It's been a tried and tested best sticking to it 👍🏻
@normsmowers4758 4 жыл бұрын
Another well explained video 👍
@spencewatts2667 4 жыл бұрын
Great vid Martin, i have always warmed my cars up first but now you got me thinking about doing it from cold.interesting. Look forward to the next video.keep up the good work mate.
@berndb.5097 4 жыл бұрын
As always, you are very busy, Martin. It doesn't matter whether you get the oil out of the engine cold or warm. The main thing is to make an oil change at all ;-)
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
Exactly Bernd. I agree.
@davidvickers9029 4 жыл бұрын
Nice job Martin.
@Parknest 4 жыл бұрын
A nice easy job and you hardly spilled any oil (unlike me!). I've done an oil and oil filter change on the Vectra C that I used to own and it should be in my Vectra C playlist. I serviced my Citroen recently but I didn't bother to do a video because I've done a service video already and I'm not short of content at the moment.
@lanehogger1532 4 жыл бұрын
I had a friend who worked for Vauxhall training the technicians how to work on the new models when they came out. He said the Vauxhall 1.8 petrol of that era had a very strong bottom end.
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
Yes, its a strong engine I find.
@zodiotekgaming 3 жыл бұрын
Always great to service your own cars yourself and good knowing it's work you have done :-) Funny talk about servicing I did a full service on my mk6 Fiesta 1.6 petrol the other day, and traced an oil leak and hot oil smell to a cam sensor o ring in the back of the cylinder head, the o ring I replaced after spraying the sensor in contact cleaner, letting it dry and wiping out the hole dry. And I can still smell hot oil from that area after a drive around. This doesn't make any sense to me because its also had a new camshaft cover gasket, no leaks there so I wonder what the heck is still causing that smell!
@barbarawiddowson635 4 жыл бұрын
You always make things look easy Martin. Hope you and Sharon are keeping well.
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Barbara, yes and you too.
@andrewwoodward6560 4 жыл бұрын
Reminds me I need to change the oil in our Buick. Thanks Martin . 👍
@londonmick8645 4 жыл бұрын
Always love the videos Martin. I can't wait to see more workshop and tinkering videos 😃😃
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
Coming soon Mick
@paulmckinder3082 4 жыл бұрын
I always change it when engine cold as can't be bothered to wait for oil to drain back when warm great video
@trainout2grass1 4 жыл бұрын
Great video Martin, I do love watching people working while watching in bed. I've got a couple of oil changes coming up. At least you didn't have any problems.
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
Makes a change Jeff lol
@billywhizz98 4 жыл бұрын
Good video and tip of using the container for catching the old oil
@paulyh4531 4 жыл бұрын
Good quick task. That mic sounds brilliant know you used it before , it's so clear 👍
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
Yes Paul, the Rode Wireless Go is a great bit of kit.
@jackstrop7520 8 ай бұрын
brilliant video, cheers.
@jsof2 4 жыл бұрын
Bit chilly out there for changing oil! Roll on Summer! lol
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
Yes John, A bit blowy too.
@AJPsWorkshop 4 жыл бұрын
Great video Martin
@TheSavageGarage 4 жыл бұрын
What gloves do you use martin?
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
I've just started using these James "100 Heavy Duty Disposable Nitrile Gloves Mechanic Garage Auto Car Valeting" just type that into ebay to find. They don't rip like the other gloves I used to use.
@TheSavageGarage 4 жыл бұрын
retrorestore thankyou Martin! That’s the problem I keep having, I think my ones are used more for tattooing and medical use. Cheers again great video!
@fiveminuteman 4 жыл бұрын
@@TheSavageGarage Hope the whole head gasket stupid comments has calmed down on your channel mate. I read some ridiculous comments.
@Jasonhughes258 4 жыл бұрын
Hopefully that gets a few more people having a go at changing their own oil and filter and saving money.👍 Also Martin you should be getting some stuff delivered to you if you haven’t received it already
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
Not a Chris Reardon Fridge Magnet Jason lol
@Jasonhughes258 4 жыл бұрын
retrorestore No not that extravagant 😂
@kevinburns5762 4 жыл бұрын
Get yourself one of those oil drain basin things, best 10 quid you'll ever spend mate
@gerrydays1909 4 жыл бұрын
Good one Martin🔧🔧😀😀
@LZDEN 4 жыл бұрын
first class job Martin...great video as always.
@vijayantgovender2045 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Martin I love your videos and can’t wait for more videos of yours I am from South Africa
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Vijayant
@cabdriveruk 4 жыл бұрын
Great video Martin. If it recommends 5w40 then that is what you should use never mind what anyone else says, its graded for a reason. Nice easy job its just a bit messy. Cheers, Jeff.
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
Yes Jeff, forums are full of people who say the opposite but who listens to them lol
@cabdriveruk 4 жыл бұрын
@@retrorestore 10W-30 will not pump as fast as 5W-40 on startup each morning, leaving more parts running dry for a few tenths of seconds.
@GREYHOUND1874 4 жыл бұрын
thanks for more content..you just do it as you want, no,.. you have to do this you have to do that by the book stuff.....love and respect from Edinbrugh
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
Yes Paul, Its a pain with these fools who think they need to point out every little thing but Its something we have to put up with or just block these fools. I tend to do just that.
@davidyoung6608 4 жыл бұрын
Here in Vegas I never had to warm up the engine. Its pretty warm here all year around. Even in the Winter.
@menditman2004 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Martin how you doing? Come get on to the trotter van and triumph 🤣🤣 actually I’ll give you a break atm, but when the weather gets better I expect to see them🤣🤣🤣 good video keep them coming🙂👍
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
As soon as I finish our own cars Luke. Be patient lol
@menditman2004 4 жыл бұрын
retrorestore patient😧 it’s been years🤣🤣🤣🤣 no seriously I know what it’s like, it’s difficult with bigger projects there’s the time and money and it does tot up. I have a couple of vehicle projects planed I have been collecting the parts, but it’s now finding the time and I need good weather as most will have to be done outside. Take care🙂👍
@forevercomputing 4 жыл бұрын
I just warm it up. Oil flows better anyway. Faster draining.
@vdubs6068 4 жыл бұрын
Great vid Martin 👍
@TitanBaz 4 жыл бұрын
Great job mate, 👍🏴
@brianhull5125 4 жыл бұрын
Wow...that was a quick oil change...you was even talking fast!! 😁
@haydenuk02 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome work thanks for the content
@terryatkinson3182 4 жыл бұрын
I've tried various tools for undoing oil filters and the chain type wasn't the best. My latest tool is the one with 3 legs and I've yet to try it. Here's hoping it's better than the rest.
@garywalker3818 4 жыл бұрын
i see you got orange rubber gloves like edd china martin good blog gary from crewe
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Gary
@markj8706 Жыл бұрын
At 1:42 there is a black box on the sump that has something clipped into it. Is this the oil light sensor. As mine was unplugged
@themowerman 4 жыл бұрын
Mate. Can you pop over and do my Astra van for me. I don’t have a an idea where to start.!! Hope your good mate.
@s-s-p704 4 жыл бұрын
I think Martin knows that. Lol
@themowerman 4 жыл бұрын
@@s-s-p704 oi snobby.. rude lol
@s-s-p704 4 жыл бұрын
@@themowerman you should know never leave yourself open .lmao
@themowerman 4 жыл бұрын
@@s-s-p704 I don't normally.. your just poking holes in me.. Martin tell snobby to stop picking on me
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
Now then girls, If this was a livestream, you'd be timed out lol
@MARKLOCKWOOD2012 4 жыл бұрын
Remember to at least pull the dip stick to let air into the system keeps the oil from glugging as it drains.
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
There is a vent (crankcase breather) already Mark, its not a sealed system bud.
@d-anger-noodle 4 жыл бұрын
This video reminded me that I need to change the oil in my Nissan Versa. Thank you... I think? Lol
@AliMackMechanical 4 жыл бұрын
Nice job Martin you got passion for a vauxhall or too lol
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
Haha, Ali, it seems that way lol
@snipersquad100 4 жыл бұрын
Only changed it last year? Mine has been in for 9 years and it's still black.
@valborchardt3596 4 жыл бұрын
Cool, thanks Martin
@wornoutgrafter9581 4 жыл бұрын
Think you may have encouraged a few viewers to do this task themselves rather than drop in local garage , and proberbly save £40 labour charge . Look forward to Triumph videos soon ?
@dodgydruid 4 жыл бұрын
Oh you will be glad of your modern motors when you see what I got to do to replace the headlamp on my MK2 Robin, apparently notoriously difficult but I did have a result picking up a brand new Ford headlamp unit £15 delivered as the current lens is held on with duct tape and epoxy but the glass is knackered on the seal side and just crumbling :( Got a persistent fault where the front driver indicator isn't working and the passenger side main beam seems to be faulty so its up on jack stands for a full on sesh with the volty tester, its likely earth as the side repeater and rear indi works fine all the time but I got a "warning" to sort it out and do hand signals if its being a git.
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
Have fun with that Ian lol
@andynorris3537 4 жыл бұрын
Funny you've mentioned not topping it up I'm the same with my vectra vxr, it's never used a single drop. Unlike my astra which liked to drink it
@VSTV1993 3 жыл бұрын
Martin, on your Vectra after and even before the oil change, when starting the car does it take yours about 3-5 seconds for the oil pressure light to go out? Makes a tapping noice before the light goes off then sounds normal. Im confused if the oil pump is on its way out. The oil is at the max mark on the dipstick btw
@retrorestore 3 жыл бұрын
It may have the wrong grade oil in. I'd change the oil and filter first to rule that out.
@VSTV1993 3 жыл бұрын
@@retrorestore some cars arnt usually that perticular with slight oil variations i.e. having 5w 30 and putting in 5w 40 but Vauxhalls seem to not like it
@D0csavage1 4 жыл бұрын
I'll bet someone somewhere having done this job forgot to screw the sump plug back on then went ahead and refilled with the fresh oil, and I bet someone somewhere went further by thinking they had done such a fantastic job they never bothered to check for leaks then proceeded to go for a test drive‼ 🚗💥(◎﹏◎)
@tootall5559 4 жыл бұрын
Say, are there any OLD Vauhalls around there? A buddy had two, a 65 that looked like somebody shrunk a 1955 Chevy, and a 67 that looked like somebody shrunk a 1957 Chevy.
@ianhaynes5898 4 жыл бұрын
One job that I can actually do. I have also changed oil with warm and cold engines, don't think it makes much difference.
@irelandshistoryhunters5059 4 жыл бұрын
Can u do more vids martin on the astra please, specifically the turbo and what should you do if theres oil on it lol i really want to take it off and refurb it but no confidence to start lol
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
We do the jobs as they come up bud.
@jay-kq8of 4 жыл бұрын
Great vid Martin I'm looking at vectras or astravan when I change my car
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
Pretty easy to work on and good work horses Jason.
@dronepilot6551 4 жыл бұрын
I hope you supported the car and didn't rely on the jack?
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
Of course, Look under and you'll see an axle stand.
@lawrencedolan474 4 жыл бұрын
👍👍
@andycousins5016 4 жыл бұрын
Superb when did u turn the aclame around
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
A While back Andy, I did film it.
@bllxy8226 4 жыл бұрын
Would you ever use a oil extraction pump when doing this ?
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
Not really worth it.
@s-s-p704 4 жыл бұрын
Hello Martin. Is that called a wet oil change???
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
If its raining when I did it, Yes
@oldlarry9234 4 жыл бұрын
Why dosent lee feature on your videos anymore? I hope you’re still mates 🙏
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
Don't see him any more.
@FNUKSTER1366 4 жыл бұрын
You love a Vauxhall martin
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
It appears so Mat lol
@Pete.Ty1 4 жыл бұрын
👍
@vauxaholic 4 жыл бұрын
Is it worth doing a oil flush? Have read it’s bad to do oil flush when changing oil
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
I've never done one. It used to be a thing back when cars were less refined and not services regular as they would cake up the oil ways, Modern engines and oil are far more refined.
@barneykennett9282 4 жыл бұрын
Nice...👍
@cocopopchav 4 жыл бұрын
Next vid Cambelt & waterpump change 👍🏼
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
Done that already in the Astra and Signum playlist.
@dirtriderkx500 4 жыл бұрын
Great video Martin. But...... LOL 👍. You need a man's funnel. Lol
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
Haha, I know, I couldn't find my big one after the workshop clean up lol
@dirtriderkx500 4 жыл бұрын
@@retrorestore Martin tell Sharon hi.
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
@@dirtriderkx500 She's asleep lol
@dirtriderkx500 4 жыл бұрын
@@retrorestore shhhhhh. Whisper..... Do you want your funnel back?...... shhhhhh
@Jim77463 4 жыл бұрын
What happend to piercing the filter with a screwdriver and turning it 😂
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
Ahh, the good old days lol
@matthewking5612 2 жыл бұрын
Does it use any oil between services?
@retrorestore 2 жыл бұрын
No None at all.
@matthewking5612 2 жыл бұрын
@@retrorestore Mine burns a litre every 5,000 :(
@ASH.......................1976 4 жыл бұрын
If you were to get a newer car what would it be ?
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
I wouldn't want one Ashley
@ASH.......................1976 4 жыл бұрын
@@retrorestore I didn't think you would,just asking 😊
@ASH.......................1976 4 жыл бұрын
I didn't think you would !😊
@user-sf7kl9uh7k Жыл бұрын
Why did you sell it if you don't mind me asking?
@retrorestore Жыл бұрын
We gave it to our Daughter
@user-sf7kl9uh7k Жыл бұрын
@@retrorestore Oh, cool. Is it still ok? I'm only asking because I've got exactly the same car!
@retrorestore Жыл бұрын
@@user-sf7kl9uh7k It got scrapped last month.
@user-sf7kl9uh7k Жыл бұрын
@@retrorestore Sorry to hear that Martin, what broke? Cheers
@retrorestore Жыл бұрын
@@user-sf7kl9uh7k it just needed a couple of rear brake lines and a steering joint. They just wanted it off the drive for a new car.
@darrenmeears4667 4 жыл бұрын
Have you ordered your electric car yet I don't now what were going to tinker with if the government have there way 😢😩😠😳😭
@irelandshistoryhunters5059 4 жыл бұрын
Get rid of the government will be easier i would say lol
@retrorestore 4 жыл бұрын
Yes I heard that today too.
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