How do you change the oil filter on a 2002 Jeep Liberty?

Answer 1

First of all, the oil filter is located at the front of the engine on the drivers side under the engine block. It was quite difficult to locate but you should see it if you shine a flashlight under the Power Steering fluid container (located to the left of the battery).

Now to access it, you'll have to do this blind. I found it easiest to lay on the ground in front of the two front tires with my head at the passenger-side and my feet sticking out on the driver's side. Stick your arm through the 5-6 inch gap (under the fan and over a small pipe that runs over the skid plate; it's the only gap) to locate the filter.

As mentioned earlier, I had to screw the filter in blindly so you'll have to remember (by touch) the precise location in relation to surrounding wires, hoses, etc...(it's actually easier than you think). I then got a ziploc bag and put it over the old filter before I unscrewed it to catch the small amount of oil that came out. I then screwed on the new filter and that was it. I didn't need a filter wrench.

Once you do it it'll be a piece of cake the next time. Hope this helps.