🔧 Engine Oil & Oil Filter - Oil Change

This service replaces the old engine oil and oil filter so the engine stays properly lubricated and protected. On your Rogue, the oil filter uses a cartridge-style housing, so be sure to replace the filter element and the housing O-ring as a set.

Difficulty Level: Beginner | Estimated Time: 1-1.5 hours

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⚠️ Safety & Precautions

• Work on a level surface and set the parking brake before you start.
• Engine oil and exhaust parts can be hot. Let the engine cool a bit before draining.
• Use jack stands if you raise the vehicle. Never rely on the floor jack alone.
• Keep the CVT and engine undertray area clear while working underneath.
• Battery disconnect is not required for this repair.

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🔧 Required Tools

You'll need the following tools for this repair:

• Floor jack (rated 3-ton minimum)
• Jack stands (rated 3-ton minimum)
• Wheel chocks
• Drain pan
• 14mm socket
• 3/8-inch drive ratchet
• Torque wrench
• 65mm 14-flute oil filter socket (specialty)
• Oil filter wrench
• Funnel
• Shop towels
• Nitrile gloves
• Safety glasses

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🔩 Required Parts

HowToo sells all the parts you need for this repair:

• Engine oil (0W-20 synthetic) - Qty: 5 quarts
• Oil filter element kit - Qty: 1
• Oil filter housing O-ring - Qty: 1
• Drain plug crush washer - Qty: 1

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📋 Before You Begin

• Park on level ground and set the parking brake.
• Warm the engine for 2-3 minutes, then shut it off. Warm oil drains faster.
• Gather all parts before opening the drain plug.
• Tip: Have the new filter ready before draining.

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🔨 Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these steps in order:

Step 1: Raise and secure the Rogue

• Use the floor jack to raise the front of your Rogue at the proper lift points.
• Support it with jack stands before going underneath.
• Place wheel chocks behind the rear wheels.

Step 2: Remove the undertray access panel

• Use the appropriate hand tools or fastener tool to remove the lower splash shield fasteners.
• Set the panel and fasteners aside in order.

Step 3: Drain the engine oil

• Place the drain pan under the oil pan drain plug.
• Use the 14mm socket and ratchet to remove the drain plug.
• Let the oil drain fully for several minutes.
• Install a new drain plug crush washer.
• Reinstall the drain plug and Torque to 25 Nm (18 ft-lbs).

Step 4: Remove the oil filter housing

• Move the drain pan under the oil filter housing.
• Use the 65mm 14-flute oil filter socket (specialty) to loosen and remove the filter housing cap.
• Pull the old filter element out of the housing.
• Remove the old O-ring from the housing cap carefully.
• Install the new O-ring from the kit and lightly coat it with clean engine oil.
• Install the new filter element into the housing cap.
• Reinstall the housing cap and Torque to 25 Nm (18 ft-lbs).

Step 5: Reinstall the undertray

• Put the splash shield back in place.
• Reinstall all fasteners snugly.

Step 6: Fill the engine with fresh oil

• Lower the vehicle back to level ground.
• Open the oil filler cap on top of the engine.
• Use a funnel and add about 4.5 quarts of 0W-20 synthetic first.
• Wait a minute, then check the dipstick.
• Top off slowly until the level is near the full mark.
• Total capacity is about 4.9 quarts with filter.

Step 7: Start and inspect

• Start the engine and let it idle for 30-60 seconds.
• Look underneath for any oil leaks at the drain plug and filter housing.
• Shut the engine off and wait 5 minutes.
• Recheck the dipstick and add oil if needed.

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✅ After Repair

• Verify the oil level is at the full mark after the engine has sat for a few minutes.
• Check again for leaks after a short test drive.
• Reset the oil maintenance reminder in the vehicle settings if it is due.
• Recycle the used oil and filter at a proper collection center.

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💰 DIY vs Shop Cost

Shop Cost: $90-$160 (parts + labor)

DIY Cost: $35-$65 (parts only)

You Save: $55-$95 by doing it yourself!

Shop labor rates vary but typically run $100-$150/hour. This repair takes a shop approximately 0.8-1.0 hours.

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