How to Change Your Own Oil : How to Use Jack Stands

Use jack stands to hold you car when changing a car's oil. Our expert car mechanic explains how in this free auto-maintenance video on DIY oil changes.

Expert: Mark Sullivan
Bio: Mark Sullivan has been a handyman for over twenty years. He has professionally worked on several projects, including all facets of commercial, apartment, and office building construction.
Filmmaker: Mark Sullivan

Category:

Autos & Vehicles

Tags:

• oil changing tips
• DIY oil changing
• car oil changing
• auto oil changing
• changing car oil
• changing engine oil
• oil changing
• oil changing help

[MrBlackBrit]

Hi, I'm Mark Sullivan... serial killer, hiding as an auto mechanic in Newark, New Jersey.

[BAYAREA4150]

sideshow bob

[raikkonen85]

@MrBlackBrit lol

[bl1ndr]

where does expertvillage find these guys?

[JakeChilly93]

Nice hair, where can i get that done?

[whothaplaya]

Those are the flimsiest jack stands I have ever seen. I wouldn't even trust those to hold up my chirstmas tree.

[joshtard1111]

@sandydogy Not everyone can use ramps though. My car sits to low to the ground. My tailpipes will drag across the ground and my front bumper would prop get crunched lol

[70076NUD]

Hi Mark, nice video! I think the audio is clear and understandable. This IS valuable for people who have not done it before. It really helps to see it. Uh, i happen to have jack stands like the one you are using. They ARE flimsy but will do the job for a light truck or compact car. heavier duty stands are a wise investment. no price can be set on safety where injury might occur. i hate the blowhards who teear down someones initiative and good work on making this video!

[slackbuster]

I'd never trust working under any vehicle with those flimsy jack stands.

[gorehdima]

yes but your limited in movement and space

[Adipatus]

Thanks