I'm going to schedule the dealer to do my first oil change, and I'd like some advice for things I need to ask them or things I might be overlooking.

(I know some of you do it yourself, but I want to get some things taken care of at the dealer anyway.)

Aren't there some specific washers you should ask them for in case you do it elsewhere the next time?

Also, I'm going to see if I can get the new dipstick.

Anything else I should be asking about?

Thanks.

 

you might ask for extra crush washers, although you can reuse them a few times. you might ask is they are also draining the oilcoolers as well, or only the oil pan.

 

^most likely they just drain the oil pan, as that's teh 'standard' oil change procedure for the 8....

you should look into a Fumoto Drain Valve, then you'll *never* have to deal with crush washers ever again (and never have to lift the car up to change oil ever again) :D

 

Where can I go to see this Fumoto Drain Valve?

 

http://www.fumotovalve.com/

Before you leave the dealer check your oil to see if they over / under filled it.

Let the car warm up to full temp, that way you will notice if they spilled oil on your motor.

 

do you use this? I'm wondering how well this thing seals up. What about the longevity? Will I have to buy another one after 5-6 changes?

 

^yes, i installed this on the very first oil change, it has been great, no leaks whatsoever

here is the FAQ from Fumoto's site:

http://www.fumotovalve.com/about.cfm

this is a very well built piece, i expect it to last beyond the life of the car :D