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Engine Oil and Filter Replacement on Opel Astra

Model: Vauxhall Astra Astra H - Years 2004-2010
Part: Checks and maintenance

In this video tutorial, you can see how to replace the engine oil and filter on an Opel Astra. First, position your car on a lift and open the bonnet; unscrew the oil filler cap; pull down the coolant hose; clean the oil filter housing cap; unscrew the cap of the filter housing along with the old filter element using a 32mm spanner. Prepare a container for the old oil filter. Cover the oil filter housing to prevent dirt from falling into the system. Loosen the oil sump cover with a 12mm socket and remove the oil sump cover. Position the container for the used oil under the drain hole. Unscrew the drain plug using a Torx 45 key. Now remove the oil filter and install the new filter.

Updated on 15 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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