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Old Mar 4, 2004 | 11:04 PM
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I changed my oil on my d16z6 before i stored it away for winter and i was wondering if i should change it again before driving it or if the oil is still good cause its only been at idle and revved in neutral. If i should put new oil in it is the Old filter still ok? or should i replace them both again?

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Old Mar 5, 2004 | 05:07 AM
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How long did the car sit? Did you start it up periodically?

If a vehicle sits dormant for an extended period of time, some of the fluids can absorb water. It probably wouldn't hurt to change everything again before the car comes out for Spring.
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Old Mar 5, 2004 | 07:23 PM
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Originally Posted by shivers
How long did the car sit? Did you start it up periodically?

If a vehicle sits dormant for an extended period of time, some of the fluids can absorb water. It probably wouldn't hurt to change everything again before the car comes out for Spring.
It sat in a heated garage for about 3 months and I changed it before i stored it and then i started it about every 2 weeks or so and so I think i should change it again just because.
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Old Mar 6, 2004 | 08:35 AM
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what is the rule?? 3k miles or 6 months? i personally think you'll be fine since it's been run periodically.
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