1999 ford explorer xlt, the oil filter is ripped open?

1999 FORD EXPLORER
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MBH
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I cannot remove my oil filter. I believe it was put on improperly when i had my oil changed last. how can i get it off?
Mar 10, 2006 at 2:37 PM
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JPAM
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well if you can get at.. use a good size screw driver (flat or phillips it dont matter) and use a hammer to pound it trough.. this will give you more levridge and should brake lose.. hope that helps.. jess s.
Mar 10, 2006 at 11:33 PM
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Huge channel lock pliers arounfd the heavier base plate of the filter. A little heat from a heat gun could help also. :!: [b:c31744c718] No torch![/b:c31744c718] :!:

Good luck and let us know.
Mar 11, 2006 at 9:35 PM
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NO torch.. come on you take all the fun out of it...
:shock: Big driver and hammer does work too. :lol:
Mar 11, 2006 at 9:37 PM