Share

How to use car ramps for changing oil?

What are the purpose of the car ramps? I would like to buy them so its easier to maintain my car, however when changing the oil (my main maintenance job) I know the car needs to be horizontal, not on a slope that way you can tell when you have the correct amount of new oil in.

How do you use it for changing oil?

Asked By: Alessandro - 11/4/2011
Best Answer - Chosen by Asker
Drive car on ramps, chock rear wheels (extremely important) drain oil change filter etc, roll car off ramp fill oil check level and there you go.
Answered By: sitsunderbridges - 11/4/2011
Additional Answers ()
You drive the car on the ramps slowly. Drain the oil. Put half the bottle in and roll off it then slowly fill it to max level on the dipstick while it is off the ramps and level on the ground.
Source(s):
Oil changes is probably the one thing no one needs to take their car to the mechanic for.
Answered By: DrkLce - 11/5/2011
Use the ramps for draining the oil and replacing the filter. Roll the car back down to put the oil back in.
Answered By: gandrew - 11/4/2011
Drain the oil on the ramps, then push the car off before filling
Answered By: adaviel - 11/4/2011
You don't as you said the car needs to be level, the sump for most cars is easily accessed without the need to raise the car
Answered By: John Mcateer - 11/4/2011
Depends where the oil drain plug is if it is at the back of the pan it will drain faster and better on ramps
Answered By: Harley Drive - 11/4/2011
You really don't need to take the car off the ramp to fill the oil up, you can put oil in while your car's on the ramp but for some cars you'll need a funnel to put the oil in, but for some cars if you tilt the oil bottle on it's side, if go slowly pouring the oil,you really don't need a funnel. thanks.
Source(s):
change my own oil for 13+ years.
Answered By: Patrick - 11/4/2011
Borrow a set from a friend and roll it up on both ramps and roll it off... The car does not have to
be horizontal, most drainplugs will drain all of the oil just fine on ramps or on an auto shops lift.

Whenever you embark on something you are learning for the first time, always have a mentor
to direct you the first time even the second.

Avoid, overtightening the drain bolt, burning yourself, removing the oil filter and leaving an old
gasket behind, overtightening the oil filter, not having the proper filter removal tool. etc.. etc..

Even a simple oil change can cause major damage if done wrong.

And never roll over those ramps too far, that can really mess up your fenders or other parts.

The proper steel ramps for your car are important too. Some are designed for lower sitting cars

And personally, I think those plastic ones are garbage.... This is just the tip of the iceberg....

There's even more things you may need to learn depending on what kind of car you have.

Been changing my own oil for over 28 years..... and have made stupid mistakes when I first

started doing them too....
Answered By: kevusaborn - 11/4/2011
The ramps are used to get car high enough so you can fit under it, and to safely support the car.

You drive up on the ramps
Drain oil and change filter
Push car off ramps
Fill with oil.

Or if you know about cars, you know how much oil your filter and crankcase holds, so you just put the correct amount in while car is still on ramps, then back the car off ramps.

Like I know the short oil filters for a chevy v8 is 1/2 qt, and the long filters are 1 qt.

The crankcase holds 4 qt on some and 4.5 qt on others.

So I would fill the new filter up with oil before installing.

Then put 3 qt of oil in if I used the long filter, 3.5 qt. if I used the short filer.

Move it off the ramps to level ground, check oil level and fill to full as needed

Ramps alsp helps a great deal if replacing transmission or doing trans service, replacing starter, exhaust, or any other job under the car
Answered By: chevyraceman_383 - 11/4/2011
I use car ramps all the time when I'm changing my oil. It makes it very convenient to be able to just crawl under the car and see everything, especially on my 626 where the filter is way on under there. The best way to do it would be to read in your owner's manual what the capacity of your engine is and put that much oil in there and if you're that concerned about it, after you fill it up you can pull your car off the ramps and check the oil level and add as needed. After one or two times you should be able to figure out exactly how much it took and be able to just put that much in there once the car is on the ramps. When you first get the ramps have someone help you pull the car on the ramps until you get a feel for how far it is up the ramps. My trick is to keep constant pressure on the gas with one foot, enough so it barely crawls up the ramps, and the other foot on the brake to help control the car going up the ramp. This works with an automatic, so I'm not really sure how a clutch would work with this. If your car is really low it the ramps might not fit so the car can start to go up them, so what I've found best to do is to find a raised surface such as the part where a garage floor meets the driveway and put the ramps on the lower part so you can give your car a head start on the ramps. Once you get the ramps you'll find how useful and convenient they are. They really do give you a lot more room underneath the car when you're working on it, plus I always feel a lot safer under them than under a jackstand
Answered By: Jack Grandal - 11/4/2011
Sponsored results
Part Time Jobs Info. Research now on About.com.
About.com/Part Time Jobs
Found: Hiring Positions Near You. $10.50 - $83.75/hr. Apply Online.
HiringJobs.WorkGrabber.net
Legitimate Surveys for Cash. Earn Cash in Your Spare Time, Free!
www.SurveySheep.com
Approved by CA Dept of Public Health, free Review for State Exam
www.pacifichealthedu.info

Other Career Questions

I have a 2010 Chrysler 300 we bought new. It currently has 115,600 miles. (Yea, I do a lot of driving!..) I put right at 3,000 miles on it since July 3rd. I do a pretty good job of keeping up with all maintenance and repairs. What type of maintenance should I do for a high mileage car to keep it in good running condition? and at this mileage?
3 answers - Asked By: jenni - 8/9/2011
I do not have any experience with car maintenance and repairs. Since buying my first used car, I have been interested in learning how to repair cars. Right now, I can't even change the oil. What type of education is needed to become a mechanic? Do colleges and universities offer diploma programs for mechanics?
3 answers - Asked By: river85715 - 5/1/2009
I have a 2001 toyota echo. The owners manual recommends that I take it in to the dealer for regular maintenance every 7,500 miles. I can't really afford that, so I'd like to do it myself. It his the 130,000 mile mark about a week or two ago. (It's at 130,600 now.) What do I need to do to my car to keep it in good shape?
1 answer - Asked By: annaw - 6/30/2008

Content is not owned or controlled by Monster. Any content concerns should be addressed with Yahoo!
Yahoo! Does not evaluate or guarantee the accuracy of any Yahoo! Answers content. Yahoo! Disclaimer.

Popular Questions

So today I went in for an interview and I was going in for the 2nd interview by the head chief executive. now this is where it got weird, so she asked me about my previous jobs and said how much she liked that product over that product. then she started talking about her daughter? an her divorce ...then how she didn't finish college because she was making more money doing what she did for this company ... then she talked about how her teenage daughter is a handful... I just played it cool thinking she was using some sort of psychology thing to trick me into saying something stupid. the interview ended and she seemed happy an I was escorted to the door... now I'm freaking confused? is this normal behavior for an executive? like it felt like she was going to burst into tears at one point and tell me her life problems... is this normal? was she trying to see how I react or something?
6 answers - Asked By: Clone - 11/7/2012
Wen you apply at a job and they ask how mch you want as a salary what do you say?
2 answers - Asked By: Colette - 11/24/2011
Basically- no degree, although I have tried completing one in the past and stopped because of physical and mental health issues which were overwhelming to deal with along with going to classes full time. I'm not stupid and I am quite articulate. I am 23 and have only worked for about two years retail in high school and stopped working to go to university. I worked a few months in 2010 retail after I dropped out but it was only a seasonal position, and the only reason why I have not been able to constantly work is because of mental health issues. I had also tried going back to community college during my free time since i left university in 2008/9 and I had panic attacks while in community college, which made my anxiety worse from then on. Well recently I met a good doctor and he prescribed me some meds that are stabilizing my moods and I feel the best I've felt in years, and I'm ready to work. Thing is, I don't know how to get a job now since I've spent literally years being depressed and anxious doing nothing. I don't really have anything to put on my resume, and I never finished my AA degree either. All I've done is cashiering and although I do the job well and I get promoted easily when I do these jobs because I'm a hard worker and I try to go above and beyond what they ask of me,which is the attitude I have no matter what kind of work I'm doing as long as I'm getting paid. But I hate cashiering because it's too easy and I want a job that is more interesting. Any suggestions for me on how to get a job that is NOT Retail with the type of background I have right now? I also realize I have to go to college to get certain types of jobs, I am talking about what I can do right here right now.
1 answer - Asked By: Alex Prieto - 10/14/2012
Recently I have overlooked for a project at work and I am unable to accept it why? I am hard working, dedicated, maintain a very professional decorum, very cordial with my colleagues and bosses, give respect to one and all. Still people who take the p***, argue with managers, gossip mongers have been selected for some very responsible positions at work. I seriously can't get my head around it why, why unprofessional people who have no work ethics being selected over me, whereas I have a track record of excellent performance and never shy away from any work my manager ask me to do? I am at my lowest point and not getting hold of my manager to ask the question why not me, why them who can't even bother? I am feeling like a complete loser, giving years to this place, building my performance, trust and this is how I get rewarded. Why my life is so shit, anything I wish for turns to dust?
1 answer - Asked By: network7 - 11/6/2012
As stated in my question I've applied for multiple jobs and gotten no job interview, you name a place I've applied there. I've said i will work ridiculous hours from like 12am to 5am and nothing. I've said I am willing to work weekends public holidays everything and I have gotten nothing back I am so desperate for money it's not funny.
9 answers - Asked By: Jamie - 1/9/2012
So I have a nice white button up shirt, business skirt and pants, and a suit jacket. I'm applying for a software development job and I'm very short and can look young so I'm trying to look adult, yet professional. I'm also attractive so I'm trying not to look too sexy. For the career fair I'm thinking of wearing just my nice shirt and a skirt with low heels. My reasoning being it's approachable and attractive without going overboard since the career fair hosts are mostly younger male recent grads. I want to be remembered but not intimidating. For my interviews I was thinking pants, suit jacket (power suit). My reasoning being it'll be older execs and HR people (mostly women) so less sexy with the pants but more powerful with the suit jacket. What do you think?!
2 answers - Asked By: Beast - 9/23/2012
I'm really having a hard time finding a job. I'm not sure why employers aren't contacting me :( I have about 4 years in expereince ( about 1 year of management) Well, here it is Jon smith Erlanger KY, USA Cell: +1-859-111-1111 E-mail:abc.def@outlook.com OBJECTIVE Obtain a position as a project manager/coordinator allowing me to utilize my administrative, organizational and problem-solving skills with a growing organization to mutually enhance growth of professional development and success. WORK EXPERIENCE ATS Jun 2012 – Apr 2013 Project Manager I: Managed projects development and staff in different divisions to achieve projects goals through practices of planning, executing and analyzing project-related tasks. Duties, responsibilities and contributions to assigned projects include the following: • Prepare and create project scopes, SWOT analysis reports and statements of work as assigned. • Visit anticipated project sites and create assessments for necessary work. • Analyze given scopes to assist engineers into reaching projects’ objectives. • Examine and manage available resources relating to materials and manpower. • Coordinate staff and arrange regular meetings. • Inspect daily operations and quality of products used on premise. • Implement solutions to resolve complex jobs relating to the project. • Manage and ensure that operations are executed in accordance to project scope and SOW. • Review and submit documents for projects deliverables/submittals and create schedules for subcontractors. • Document all events occurred during project life cycle and submit reports to senior management. Assigned Projects: 1- Conference Rooms IT/Multimedia Project Duration: Jun 2012 – Dec 2012 2- Military Base Renovation Project Duration: Aug 2012 – Aug 2013 AT&T / U-verse Division Oct 2011 – Feb 2012 Command Center Agent II: Applied knowledge to solve common and complex related issues to consumer’s services and devices. The position allowed for individual work at minimum supervision and within teams when necessary. Duties of the position included: •Provide phone/virtual support to internal and external customers. •Audit reports submitted by technicians and follow up with customers. •Implement and updated solutions within workflow system (WFE system). •Interact with IT department personnel to resolve common issues. •Provide assistance to first level support agents. •Maintain database and accounts for customers. Cleve’s Connections May 2009 – Nov 2010 IT Specialist: Provided hands-on and virtual administration for all IT related topics and managed sales for all devices and services. This included consulting, providing solutions, and improving efficiency for small businesses in design and security areas. Tasks performed while working included: • Resolve & close all open cases submitted by staff or customers. • Setup and manage user accounts through Active Directory. • Monitor network activities and logs and report system bugs, downtimes or crashes. • On-site maintenance and installation of network equipment and computer hardware/software. • Perform system setup operations and data backups as requested. • Create case analysis and audit reports given by technicians. • On-call support 24/7. EDUCATION • Devry University, Cincinnati OH Bachelor in Management Graduation: 2012 • Cincinnati State, Cincinnati OH Associate in Network Administration Graduation: Transfer 2010 To Andy: What does my Devry have to do with anything? for profit school? I'm not sure what college you graduated from, but in the real world experience weights more than a piece of paper stating you've completed few written assignments and imaginary projects. SMH!
3 answers - Asked By: Zaid I - 5/8/2013
I am currently a 1st year irregular college student taking I.T. I transferred schools and my majors never got credited. But it's okay because i am slowly getting the logics in programming in Java. This next semester i am taking a System Analysis and Design(SADSIGN) and i am getting nervous because even though i am pretty good at logics, i am not that good at coding. But since it is a case study, we will be on group, we will be four i think. Project manager, Analyst, Documentation, and the programmer. I am asking what jobs i can get after graduating I.T. because what if i graduated I.T. and still not that good at coding, i am hoping that there will be a jobs that will require less programming. Like Database manager or in Multimedia or in charge of Network. So is there jobs that doesn't require hardcore programming skills?
2 answers - Asked By: Jay p*e - 5/6/2013
Account Executive Hospitality Manager Sales Representative Editorial Assistant Advertising Manager Hotel Manager Personnel Specialist Writer/Author Association Administrator Presenter Special Events Coordinator Political Aide Promotions Manager Speech Writer Consumer Affairs Specialist Sportscaster Public Information Officer Communications Director Public Relations Specialist Radio/TV Announcer Technical Writer Telemarketing Specialist Customer Service Rep. Fund Raiser Training & Development Specialist Events Planner Flight Attendant Youth Worker Media Manager Recruiter Market Research Analyst Community Action Director Recreation/Attractions Manager Restaurant Manager Campaign Manager Development Director Script Writer Photojournalist Advertising Copywriter Museum Director Greeting Card Writer Production Assistant Actor, Mime Narrator Stage Manager Director Impersonator Make-up Artist Stunt Coordinator Booking Agent Talent Scout Drama Coach Stand-in Playwright Stage Manager Movie Theater Manager
2 answers - Asked By: Jolynn - 4/28/2013
The question explains it, i am thinking of going to an engineering high school but of course it will focus on other stuff too but still. What kind of jobs can you get because i dont want to be a mechanic(no offence to any) but please help me!
2 answers - Asked By: hungergameslover - 5/13/2013
Can someone tell me te difference between computer science and a computer engineering major. Is it the same?
2 answers - Asked By: Rosalva - 5/6/2013
L want to study medicine and work as a doctor but l am limited due to luck of required monyes. however l swtched on to anther career but still within my career interests as a care giver, but this is somthing to do with sales and marketing in the pharmcitical industry.
2 answers - Asked By: tonnydanabwembya - 12/24/2005
Is there any difference between a "nurse practitioner" and an "advanced registered nurse practitioner"?
1 answer - Asked By: lucysmom - 3/27/2006
3 answers - Asked By: hubbard_billy - 2/24/2006
My second interview is on Monday and I want to be prepared. It's for an assistant controller position. I've already met with the controller and the hr manager. Monday I will be meeting with the president of the company. How could I prepare myself for Monday's interview? Thanks! Any comments would be great!
3 answers - Asked By: Virginia - 6/6/2009
I know that Escrow is within Title industry in Texas. What would be the best way to get my foot in the door. I am assuming I will have to start as an Escrow assistant and work my way up, but I would really like to find out more about this career path. How does an officer usually get licensed? Are there classes we need to take and exam to take? Any response is appreciated.
2 answers - Asked By: schang25 - 2/10/2006
1 answer - Asked By: Big D - 5/3/2013
I've always freelanced as a web designer and might have an opportunity to work at a large ad agency. sorta nervous about the culture and role, so I was wondering if I could solicit feedback about the type of strengths I might need to develop, ie., strong project management (learn to use basecamp!), etc. I've held jobs on the client side as a web marketing manager and before that freelanced -- but on the very small scale. anyone with similiar experiences or feedback I'd love to hear from you!
2 answers - Asked By: webguy - 2/11/2006
I have to get an electrican to fix an overloaded circuit and possible short. so do you tip and if so, how much?
4 answers - Asked By: speedlvr_8 - 12/29/2005
Search SEARCH

Popular Job Searches

Explore Jobs and Career Opportunities

Popular Program Searches

Further Your Career With A Degree

Popular Articles

Browse Articles Related To Careers
2013 Marketing Jobs Outlook Article Rating
The US may be facing another year of anemic hiring overall, but that won't be the case in the high-orbit world of multichannel, digital media marketing.
2013 Engineering Jobs Outlook Article Rating
Engineers will find job opportunities in select disciplines in 2013, with candidates who are all-around, client-oriented businesspeople in demand.
Best-Paying Jobs by MajorArticle Rating
What could you earn with a particular four-year degree? Find out by checking out this list of the top-paying jobs for 20 of the most common majors.
Eight High-Paying, Secure JobsArticle Rating
Want to earn a good salary and enjoy a measure of job security as well? Check out these well-paying jobs on tap for fast growth in the coming years.
2013 Finance Jobs OutlookArticle Rating
Three things predict whether your finance job search will fly or flop in 2013: your skills, your industry knowledge and (surprise!) the federal budget.

Monster Communities

Teaching Community
Where teachers meet and learn.
ArtBistro
Create and connect.
Excelle
Networking for the career-minded woman.
Nursing Link
Where nurses call the shots.
More Monster Communities

Monster Partners

Scholarships
Scholarships, financial aid and more ways to pay for school.
Education.org
Find top campus and online degree programs.
Military.com
Military portal for the US Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps and Coast Guard.
Financial Aid
Scholarships & financial aid.
Staffing for Government Jobs
Staffing and hiring solutions for federal government agency jobs.
More Monster Partners

Job Hunt Strategy

Six Ways to Make a Recruiter Hate You
If you want to blow your chances with recruiters -- and, by extension, with the companies they work for -- here are six perfect ways to do so.

Resumes & Cover Letters

Rev Up Your Resume to Relocate
Hoping to relocate? Get the ball rolling on landing the right job in the right location with these expert resume and cover letter tips.

Interviewing

100 Potential Interview Questions
Interview questions can run the gamut. You probably won't face all 100 of these, but you should still be prepared to answer at least some of them.

Salary & Benefits

10 Questions to Ask When Negotiating Salary
Most of us aren't natural negotiators, but asking these 10 questions during salary negotiations can help you get everything you deserve.

Employee Sourcing

Alt text
November Monster Employment Index Grows 13% Year-Over-Year, Tenth Consecutive Month of Positive Annual Growth.

For Seekers

Campus and Online Degrees
Advance your career and earn more with an online degree.
Free Salary Wizard
What are you worth? Find out and negotiate a better salary.
Research Careers
Get information on jobs and career paths to help guide your choices
Questions & Answers
Find answers to all your career related questions -- powered by Yahoo! Answers
Resume Distribution Service
Our distribution service puts your resume right in the hands of recruiters.
Resume Writing Services
Our experts will craft a keyword-rich resume that stands out in the crowd.
More Career Resources

For Employers

Career Ad Network
Target your job posting to more candidates on thousands of websites.
Hire Right Background Checks
Explore our background check packages to improve the quality of your hires.
Hiring Home Page
Find the best candidates for your business with Monster hiring solutions.
Job Postings
Find the right solution for your hiring needs. Starting at $99.
Power Resume Search
Monster's new search technology precisely matches people with your jobs.
Resource Center
Find staffing insights, labor trends, HR best practices and more.
Target Post
Connect with skilled, hourly and administrative candidates for only $99.

Social Media

Jobs on Twitter
Find jobs in your area and industry.
Monster Careers
Tune into our career advice and discussions tackling a wide range of topics and industries.
Monster Corporate & PR
Stay up-to-date on the latest news. Get the 'Who', 'What', 'When', and 'Why' on all things Monster related.
Monster Customer Service
Got a Monster question? We've got the answer. Whether you're a job seeker or employer, we can help you find the answers you need.
Monster for Employers
Find advice on hiring.
Follow Us
Check out our many pages and stay connected with the latest industry news, events, career advice and job openings.

Other Links

Advice Forums
Tap into Monster's online career forums and share advice with experts.
Monster Company Profiles
Explore companies and get information to guide your career decisions.
Compare Salaries
See how your pay stacks up to others in your field.
iPhone Application
Download the Monster app for iPhone and iPod touch.
Monster Job Seeker Blog
Monster Job Seeker Blog.
Monster Thinking Blog
Monster's Recruitment Trends Blog.
Jobs & Career Resources
Search Jobs:
For Employers: Post Jobs | Search Resumes | Advertise
About Monster | Work for Monster | Advertise with Us | AdChoices | Partner with Us | Investor Relations | Social Media
Terms of Use | Privacy Center | Accessibility Centre | Help | Security | Contact Us | Sitemap | Mobile
©2013 Monster - All Rights Reserved U.S. Patents No. 5,832,497; 7,599,930 B1; 7,827,125 and 7,836,060 MWW - Looking for Monster Cable? - V: 2013.1.0.14-202
eTrustLogo