how tight should i put the new oil filter

[javi2002whitesi]

hey guys i just wanted to know how tight i should tighten a new oil filter after doing a oil change. i screwed it on by hand not to tight and i noticed it had a small leak. So i went back and tightened it with a wrench so far i havent noticed anymore leaks . Im just kind of worried about overtightening it since its my first time doing my own oil change. Other than this it was a very easy job took me like 30 mins to do because i let the oil drain for a long time.

any input is welcome

thanks
javi




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[chunky]

the general rule is 1/4 turn past where the gasket on the oil filter first contacts the block.

never had an oil leak at the filter using that rule on the hondas that I drive.

[AkronSi]

I usually tighten a little more than Chunky, about 3/4 turn. I haven't had any problems yet (just did my oil again this weekend). I'm able to get the filter back off with my hand, no wrench needed.

[JSIR]

easiest way for me is to torque it down to spec, about 10 ft lbs of torque and it's set. It the easiest way to do it , but you need a filter wrench and torque wrench.

[HondaMan]

Hand tight works for me, which is probably about 1/4 to 1/2 a turn past where the gasket on the oil filter first contacts the block. Don't over torque it or it will be a bitch to take off. I can usually take off the filter by hand (during the next oil change & no filter wrench is needed)...I'm storng like that...hehe. :D

[BSEVEER]

I have always gone about 1 full turn after the gasket touches the mating surface but if less will work then go with that.

[ek9jdmhb]

whta happens if you tighten too much?

[NXK20]

Another thing that helps is rub a little motor oil on the rubber gasket on the oil filter before you put it on. Not really sure why but i've seen alot of other people do it so i do too. Never leaks.

[AkronSi]

I don't want to be a smart ass, but you should always put some oil on the gasket. It usually is printed right on the filter to do that.

[BSEVEER]

Smearing some oil on the gasket is an absolute must. I think it keeps the gasket from sticking while you tighten the filter. If it sticks it can wrinkle the gasket and leak.

[cmk05]

I think the gasket's supposed to be oiled up to prevent drying out and rotting and to help it seat properly.

Honda filters specify a 3/4 turn after the gasket hits the base. The filter is conveniently marked with 1/2/3/4 arrows so you can do this accurately.

My ep feels damn nice after its 1st oil change this past weekend.