Accessing oil filter on 1.8t AUM

[AntMk3GTi]

Hi

As above really, going to be doing an oil change soon but the engine bay for the 1.8t is a lot more crowded than my old car.

Is it best to change the oil filter from under the car by hand?

Thanks

[Gti_Jamo]

It can be done either from the top of the bottom. Just sits down the front of the engine.

[AntMk3GTi]

Cheers, I can see the filter just doesnt look like i'd be able to grab it to remove it, I cant reach far enough theres too much in the way.

[Dalo Harkin]

I did mine from underneath, couldn't find my chain thing so hammer and screwdriver time it was to undo it 

[mcgee9t2]

ive done mine and a 1.8t, mine from top (non turbo so loads of room) and the 1.8t i did from underneeth cause it was already on axle stands.

however still do able. and try just using your hands before you stick a screwdriver through. alot less messyer and aslong as the filter has had oil rubbed around the seal its normally do able with just your hands.

[Gti_Jamo]

Big pair of groove joint grips is the tool for the job. Never let me down!!

[gerlewis]

I did mine from the bottom this evening, pretty easy with a chain tool. Just remove the bottom plastic shroud and get your arms up in there!

(note - place your head off to one side or you get an eye full of crud!  )

[Tezmax]

Hammer and Scewdriver worked fine for me also, 18t aum. from underneath on some halfords cheapo ramps, little taps on the filter rim creating a little grove for the screw driver to grip on then before you know it you will turning it off with ya hand! no butchery  required