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What would cause the seal to push out on the oil filter of a 1996 Gmc 5.7l 4x4?
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∙ 15y ago
1) Over-tightening
2) The new seal wasn't lubed with fresh oil prior to installation
3) The old seal was not removed from the base... if it stuck when removing the old filter.
"John Doe's 15-minute Oil Change" is worthless for this reason. Drain plugs get over-tightened or under-tightened, threads get stripped out, filter is not filled with oil prior to installation... to prime the pump and prevent dry-starting. No one has to pass a test to be a technician and most employees at the quick places are proof of that. You're better off doing it yourself than trusting that Joe Bob enjoys learning and applying his knowledge to his work.
Oil filter gets filled prior to installation or some* oil if on an angle. Fresh oil is wiped on the surface of the gasket/seal, old oil is wiped off the base of the spin-on adapter and the new filter is installed until the seal contacts the base, then gets 1/4 to 1 turn (they even put pictures on there for the illiterate mechanics/technicians). Manufacturer's specs might include a specified torque for drain plugs and oil filters. Normally oil filters are 35 lb-ft and drain plugs are between 35 lb-ft and 65 lb-ft (depending on material used to create the pan) but speak with your vehicle's manufacturer or a dealerships' certified mechanic.
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