Well, that's not going to happen.
No bandsaw here.. (unfortunately) and with an soaked old filter if anyone were to cut it length wise.. there's going to be a big mess of "sprayed" oil everywhere.

I plan to cut it around the neck and pull it apart.

Yes, I will definitely post pics of what I find.

 

Yeah... let's just pretend I never said that....


hides behind a rock after realizing that they usually cut open new ones, not oil-soaked used ones....

 

pss...
no big deal.
Say whatever's on mind. We're all big boys around here.

 

I was just a little embarrassed of my "blonde moment"

 

I highly recommend that we follow the oil change intervals set by the factory - Every 7,500 miles.

It improves MPGs instantly or at the very least hits the rated EPA rated MPGs > Personal experience, HERE.

> In fact, some of our members have changed their oil at 5,000 mark, I now believe this to be a wise decision. Originally, I had thought them to be over zealous (or just paranoid about oil breakdown) when we have FULL Synthetic in our engines.. Why change so soon or often? I had wondered.

I had figured "we should be good for at least 15,000 miles with Full Sythetics minimum..."

Well, after seening the condition of my oil... I've changed my mind.
Especially considering the loads/abuse we put our tiny motors through each day.

 

I don't even like going 7,500 miles between oil changes (I know, synthetic has proven itself, I'm just paranoid). I can't fathom going 15k without changing the filter. Regardless of the advances in oil over the years, there's only so much particulate the filter can process.

I believe it's Royal Purple that sells a synthetic that they claim is good for like 20-25 thousand miles, but they still require you to change the filter at regular intervals.

 

See the way I look at it > I don't track this vehicle nor do I put a ton stress hauling things around, so for me to consider (at first) changing motor oil THAT often didn't make sense.

And, I had visually checked my oil's condition (via dipstick) often - for level and dirtiness - thinking that was good enough of a check. Plus, it looked fine, only turning slightly dark brown recently...

Well, I didn't think about the actual dirt/contaimnants being held/trap in the filter. It was bad - pitch black

 

Updated with photos for our proprietary air filter element. (in post#1)

 

Got this Cabin Air Filter from Amazon. Fits perfect on my '13 OS SE with 14300 Miles. Burtonrider is correct, easy to install, no sweat.....

 

^
Thanks for the reminder!
I'll need to change that filter before our little one arrives.

Question:
Does that filter give off a strong perfume scent??

 

I have a vent freshener and i remove it and I dont smell anything with this cabin filter. I think it will only absorb bad odor?

 

fantastic.
Then, this will be the same cabin filter I'll get.

Thank you for checking.

 

Just to make sure... how many quartz of transmission fluid does 2011 O. Sport take?

Thanks!!

 

Just got a quote for 33,000 KM service cost for $330.00 + tax for synthetic oil, or $280.00 + tax for conventional oil from my local dealership. I'm thinking of going back to Mr. Lube as a lot of the service is just inspections. What do you guys think?

Here's their email:

Thank you for providing me with the additional information.
At the Km's you listed the vehicle is due for its type 3 maintenance.
This service includes the following:

- Oil, lube and filter.
- Look at all fluids and top them up if needed.
- Inspect the engine air filter as well as the cabin filter.
- Inspect all lights.
- Inspect the suspension.
- Inspect the driveline components.
- Complete a brake service.
- Rotate tires as needed.

This service will cost $330.00 + tax for synthetic oil, or $280.00 + tax for conventional oil.

 

Is this your very first full service call?
Have you done any maintenance earlier (either by yourself or by the dealer, before?)


My dealership charges >
$39.99 - fresh 0W-20 Full Synthetic "factory" Oil, Filter, & crush washer


$19.99 - Wheel rotation. (in the arrangement you prefer > Either "H" or "X" pattern.)


+ taxes (where allocable)
All dollars in USD.




So, for ~$270 for all other "services" it seems a tad excessive.
(UNLESS you aren't the DIY type and just want someone else to check Everything for you, then perhaps it's worth the few extra bucks, so at least they have it recorded/registered in their system that everything is ship-shape and according to warranty schedules.)


Also, if you haven't gotten a CVI Report (yet), they should provide that for free (for only the 1st report that is. I believe...)


Disclaimer: I'm not sure how the warranty-servicing-contract is setup/works up in Canada, so what I've stated above may not apply to your region.