At 42,000 miles there is no need at all to drop the pan and clean the engine. If the oil had never been changed and that is your concern then I would recommend going to bgfindashop.com. There you can find a repair shop in your area that can do a flush using their chemicals. I have used them and they do an excellent job.
The filter does not have a good seal. If it is a pressurized system remove the filter clean the lines and filter clips and reinstall. If it still leaks then you may have a bad filter.
In most cases, it is not necessary to remove the oil pan to clean it,especially with your low milage. I suggest you warm the engine completely, and then change the oil and filter. I like Castrol, because it has excellent detergent qualities, and outstanding lubrication properties. Keep an eye on your oil, certainly as to level, but also how clean it stays. Perhaps a couple of short road trips will give you an idea how clean your engine is inside. I like to change oil every 90 days or 2000 miles whichever comes first. smoky2
The cleaning schedules varies from filter to filter, but a general guideline on any swimming pool filter is to take a reading when the filter is clean, then clean the pool filter when the pressure rises about 10 psi.
To clean a K&N filter on a Harley Sportster, first, remove the filter from the airbox. Then, use a K&N cleaning kit, which includes a specially formulated cleaner and oil. Spray the cleaner onto the filter, allow it to soak for about 10 minutes, then rinse it with low-pressure water from the clean side to the dirty side. After it dries completely, apply the K&N oil evenly and reinstall the filter.
To effectively clean and maintain your dishwasher filter for clean and filtered water, remove the filter regularly and rinse it under running water to remove debris. Use a brush or toothpick to dislodge any stubborn particles. Reinstall the filter properly and run a cleaning cycle with a dishwasher cleaner to ensure optimal performance. Repeat this process every 1-3 months to keep your dishwasher filter in good condition.
You can get a filter kit from most auto supply stores. Drop the pan, drain the fluid, (this is a good time to add a drain plug kit) clean the pan, change the filter, reinstall the pan with new gasket, refill.
you should clean it at least once a month because it can get damaged if you don't. your water will also be cleaner.
You should change a filter once a month or when airflow lessens, unless it is a reusable filter then clean weekly.
You should change your refrigerator water filter every 6 months to ensure clean and safe drinking water.
Replace every 30,000 miles.
To clean the crossfire fuel injectors on a 1984 Corvette, first, disconnect the battery and remove the intake manifold to access the injectors. Use a specialized fuel injector cleaning kit or a solvent solution to clean the injectors thoroughly, ensuring to remove any carbon deposits and buildup. Reinstall the cleaned injectors, ensuring all seals are intact, then reassemble the intake manifold and reconnect the battery. Finally, start the engine to check for proper operation and any leaks.
there are 7 12mm nuts on the manifold and 2 bolts on the manifold brace-remove the brace from underneath and the oil filter and you should be able to get to the nuts on the bottom--the ones on top you should be able to see and get a wrench on from the top-take it lose and push it back to clean and reinstall