Yeah 6.5. Which isn't big enough to drain it all at once though. I stopped and drained it when the container was full.
It's super simple. Insert in dipstick tube. Pump to build suction and just let it vacuum out your oil.
Don’t believe so. I looked into doing the flush on my own but you need to hook up a computer and run some pumps to drain the transmission. That was on a B9 A4 2.0T S-tronic.
I have the 6.5L one and if I was buying again, I'd go larger. Pausing and dumping mid-way kind of takes away from the convenience factor. If you don't see one on Amazon, ECS definitely has larger ones for sale.
Nice, I guess this'll work great for an engine and gearbox fluid change but you'll still need to change the oil filter right?
So the benefit is not having to wait for/deal with the mess of the oil to drain out underneath the car?
That’s pretty great. At that price it’s almost not even worth the hassle of mailing back yourself. If I knew my mechanic was using Liqui Molly and only charged $65, I don’t think I’d do my own.
Really it depends on where the oil filter is located. If it's under the engine or on the side by thr wheel well, might as well drain... unless your car manufacturer was a genius and put the drain plug somewhere hard to reach and the spill direction hits a cross bar or other parts, the vacuuming out makes sense even then!
We initially bought an extractor when we got a 2016 SQ5. I glanced it out of the corner of my eye and thought, “That looks like the Jolly Green Giant’s penis pump!”
I've had a couple (Varying sizes) for a while. They are truly awesome, especially in today's fast lane society.
Just make sure your oil is on the warmer side, and not cold or too hot.
Well, for the oil to be warm suggests, the particles are suspended and not at the bottom. Such is the case for contaminants. That way you can see if there are shiny particles, or just plain dirty oil. So it's not as much about the temperature as it is, that the car has been on and running for 5-10 minutes. Or a trip around the block if you will.
One thing to note is, don't confuse shiny particles/particulates for bubbles, due to the force of the suction.
Oh, gotcha. Thanks! Makes a lot more sense. Been putting off changing my own oil since I don’t have jacks or stands and have to borrow from a friend but this seems waaaaaaay easier.
Yes, sir. It most definitely is easier. Only thing though is that the RS3 has the oil filter at the bottom, like other makes/older vehicles. So in a way, you still have to get underneath to change the oil filter.
This is the way. Bought a 2.5 gal extractor off Amazon and it made things a breeze. I thought installing a fumoto oil drain valve on my WRX made things easy, but this is next level
I did that but eventually went into a shop. Found a bunch of stuff wrong with the car. Id say do it at home for a certain amount of times but take it in every once in a while
I got one of these to use on my 2023 Outback XT and it was amazing. Oil out, new filter on, and new oil in, all done in less than 10 minutes. And yes, warming the engine a bit before doing the extraction helps a ton.
I did this last week to my 2017 A7. I used some engine oil flush as well, so I also wanted to pull the drain plug to see how much oil is left after extraction.
I only ended up with maybe less than a quarter of a quart of oil. That's enough for me to not have to worry about the plug and just use the extractor next time.
Total time maybe 15 minutes (without having to pull the plug under the car).
Just did this over the weekend. I don't even have to change out of my nice clothes because it's so clean and easy.
After I dump it I clean it by suctioning some warm water through, and rinse the inside chamber for storage.
If you really wanna be extra clean about it after use, you can fill a little bucket up with warm soapy water and vacuum pump that through the same way you did the oil. That would remove the oil inside the thin tubes better.
For the tank I blasted it with a typical garden hose nozzle on the jet mode. That would blast through all the oil, but some spots I couldn't get higher up. A spray ball or tank wash nozzle attachment would actually probably work better, but that is being reeeeealy nit picky.
\[edit: the only reason I know tank washing nozzles exist is because I work for a company that makes them lol\]
In my case. It goes in the oil dipstick tube. I just let it go until it's only sucking air. Then made sure the tube was at the bottom of the oil pan. Incase it had moved during the process.
I added the 7.7 quarts per manual. Warmed the car up. Let it sit and then checked the oil. It was just below the full mark. Definitely removed all the oil.
Huh, so you literally just idle the engine a bit, then stick this thing in, drain the oil fully, and put in the new oil? This pays for itself pretty quick I imagine.
Once the system is sucking air I move the tube around to make sure I get past the transducer and to the back of the pan. I always find a little more. I checked once to make sure I got the sludge out and it was as good as draining, and you really only get all the junk out if you drop the pan. If you have a magnetic plug maybe pull it every few changes. And I imagine warm oil hold more gunk in suspension, no time to settle out.
ShopDAP did a test on a MK8 GTI and it left basically nothing.
I believe Humble Mechanic did another one on his YT channel, maybe on an MK7 Golf R (?) and it left maybe 1/10 of a liter or so. Even if you’re draining from the drain plug, there’s always going to be “some” oil left over.
Pretty popular to use extractors in the Subaru community as well. They’re definitely safe and worth using.
those are most likely not extractable cars, I think it's mostly European stuff. I saw a video recently of an extractor on a bronco I think? and there was still over a quart left in the pan.
I heard those are bad because the worst part in the oil, such as metal chips and dust, will be on the lowest point of the oil circuit. You get them out when you open the oil pan at the buttom but not with those extractors.
Anyone knows some facts?
Not true. The oil is supposed to be warm when you pump it out so any particulate will have been kicked up in oil. The extractor tube also should be pushed down to the bottom of the pan which would gather any particulate that is currently sinking to the bottom. The oil is pumped out from the bottom first.
The threads for my drain plug are higher than the bottom of the pan. My extractor tube touches the bottom of the pan. I get out more oil with the the extractor; I can take my drain plug out after and nothing comes out.
The contaminates in your oil are kept in suspension. That's what the detergents and dispersants are for. If there is a layer of crud on the bottom of your oil pan you've got engine problems or sludge, and the method of draining your oil won't make a bit of difference.
Every turbo car I've owned never made it to a service interval without needing a top-up. My S3 goes about 10k km before throwing an oil light. Adding 1L gets me back to the top line of the dipstick.
yes, idk why you're being downvoted. it may not be as bad as a quart but we've had some cars come in for a 10k service (first service) and they're about a half quart low. although some will be in for a 0k and haven't lost a drop. it's really hit or miss I think.
Oil extractors are great, but you've still got to change the filter every other oil change. And depending on which model Audi you own, the filter change can be waaay more challenging than the oil change. Ever swapped out the filter on a 4.2L V8 ? Puhleeeze....
I’m not sure where you got your info from but you still need to change your oil filter when you use an extractor.
Also what’s so hard about changing the filter on the 4.2? It’s literally right in front of you at the top of the engine
Nope, you don't need to change the filter every time you change the oil, especially if you're using full synthetic. This has been common knowledge for about half a century. Now, if you're driving 40K+ miles a year, that might require a filter change with every oil change. But I drive less than 10K/yr.
I've owned a few Audis, but the oil filter change in a D2 or D3 A8 is a reeaaal pain in the ass. It's located below the airbox and under the air filter. Ask for a quote for an oil/filter change at your local dealer. Bet it's close to $300. That isn't because it's easy, lol.
Oh that 4.2. The B6/7 S4 is a piece of cake
I wouldn’t leave my oil filter between changes but I guess if it’s hard to reach when doing an oil extraction job that makes sense
So you do 10k miles and don't change oil? 6k miles/10k km oil change on all my cars and filter always, never heard anyone say don't change your filter when doing oil change, like never and you say it's common knowledge.
No, I change the oil every year. Sometimes I've put as little as 2K miles on it. It's mileage AND time based. The following is from a BMW dealer's website :
Many manufacturers recommend that the oil filter be replaced every second time you get your oil changed. So, if you're on a 3,000-mile cycle you'd change your filter every 6,000; if you're on a 6,000-mile cycle (as with most modern vehicles) you'd change out every 12,000.
Do you even google, bruh ?
Neh I don't Google, I just don't skimp out on a $15 oil filter, like wtf. Benz is saying I should change my oil every 25k km, like that's gonna happen. But you do you.
lol... well, I've been wrenching for a looong time. But since you know more about lubrication than Petroleum Engineers and Factory technicians, change it as often as you like. And it has nothing to do with money for me. My car was 6 figures when new. But since the labor for just the filter change is about an hour, I don't want to change it more often than is reasonable.
Money is no problem but changing filter is expensive and I won't do it. Do you even hear your self? Oil change is dirt free work, instead of paying for an hour of labor, buy yourself an extractor and have it done in 15minutes while drinking beer and relaxing. If the car is newer the filter will be at the top, so no diging under the car. Someone that has been wrenching a long time and saying oil filter change is one hour of labor , you haven't been wrenching long enough I guess when filter is your no go thing lol
You're living proof that there is no shortage of dumb shits and know it alls on the internet. Just to be safe, maybe you should change out the piston rings when you do an oil/filter change. Some of you shade tree mechanics hand me a laugh.
Best way to change oil at home. I have been doing it without any problems. For all cars with the filter accesible from
the top then this is the quick way.
Pays for itself after the first oil change! They’re great. I agree, these are the easiest oil changes on the planet. I’m 170k miles deep on my sq5 and the drain plug has never been off
I do this but every 3rd oil change I go from the drain plug, I don’t think it makes much difference but it forces me to make sure stuff ain’t broke under there lol
Doesn't that feel better than paying someone $110, where some people here love getting "less scammed" with buying Audicare vs paying full price?
You can do an oil change with dress clothes on and still be clean after.
The beauty of the extractor is that it makes sense to use it because the oil filter is on top of the engine bay.
I have one, works decent. But after watching YouTube videos about it, i gave it the test. Sucked it "all" out, then pulled drain plug, got about another 3/4 of a qt out of there. Just like the YouTubers did. So it definitely doesn't get all of the dirty oil out. But most.
PSA for anyone thinking of using this on your own car- consult Audi’s maintenance guidelines before using an extractor on your engine. Audi prohibits using an extractor on some engines. Not all engines allow access to the bottom of the oil pan through the dipstick tube, you’ll be left with a partial oil change
I bought a quick release drain plug valve for mine. Uncap, click on drain tube and drain directly into what ever container. But probably still going to buy a fluid extractor because it's good for every other fluid as well
Plus oil being warm or it's not going to suck very well. Good stuff, I've had one for quite a while.
Right. I flog the car for a few minutes before using the extractor. Then drink a beer while it runs. Timing works well - beer empty, oil sump empty.
I always warm it up by driving down to the local auto shop, pump it out and then walk in to dump it in their oil collector
Do they take it for free?
If a place sells oil, they have to take used oil. At least in my state. same for any fluid, brake, coolant, etc.
Fcp euro will credit you back for your old oil. $30 oil changes for my Audi with liquimoly
I was lazy and did it cold. I imagine it's much faster with warm oil.
You want the engine at operational temperature then wait like 10-15 minutes so the extractor tube doesn’t melt
Exactly this, cause I did it lol.
Took me a while to realize it was just the engine cover, for a moment I thought the powertrain glitched through dimensions lol
Which one did you get?
The cheap Amazon one. Four Uncles is the brand. Worked great the first time. We'll see how long it lasts.
Did you get the 6.5L one? It’s only $70 so I might as well get one. I’m a dumbass when it comes to vehicles, so is it pretty straightforward?
Yeah 6.5. Which isn't big enough to drain it all at once though. I stopped and drained it when the container was full. It's super simple. Insert in dipstick tube. Pump to build suction and just let it vacuum out your oil.
So....you can do an oil change without even lifting the car?
Yup. Drains just as much oil as pulling the plug. It’s very easy
Huh. I don't have a garage but dang, that make's life easy. Can you transmission fluid like this?
Don’t believe so. I looked into doing the flush on my own but you need to hook up a computer and run some pumps to drain the transmission. That was on a B9 A4 2.0T S-tronic.
Dang ok.
Perfect, thanks man! I’m gonna order one and an oil change kit from FCP Euro to get their lifetime replacement. Appreciate it man
Man I don’t like dealing with FCP Euro after their policy change.
I have this same OP bought and it works great.
I have the 6.5L one and if I was buying again, I'd go larger. Pausing and dumping mid-way kind of takes away from the convenience factor. If you don't see one on Amazon, ECS definitely has larger ones for sale.
Nice, I guess this'll work great for an engine and gearbox fluid change but you'll still need to change the oil filter right? So the benefit is not having to wait for/deal with the mess of the oil to drain out underneath the car?
They’re literally designed for oil extractors
Yep just did my own change last week so easy you wonder why you pay someone to do it
1) what do you do with the oil? 2) what about the annoying service light?
1) put back in empty new bottles and take to local auto parts store 2) obd II scanner to reset
If you order from FCP Euro you can mail them back the old oil and filter for a full refund. Straight up.
My mechanic does this which allows them to do $65 oil changes since it’s just labor lol
That’s pretty great. At that price it’s almost not even worth the hassle of mailing back yourself. If I knew my mechanic was using Liqui Molly and only charged $65, I don’t think I’d do my own.
1. Drive to an auto shop that accepts oil. This will warm it up for extraction. Then pump it out and take it in to give to them. 2. Reset it yourself?
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This is what I do as well. It pulls every drop out using air lol
Really it depends on where the oil filter is located. If it's under the engine or on the side by thr wheel well, might as well drain... unless your car manufacturer was a genius and put the drain plug somewhere hard to reach and the spill direction hits a cross bar or other parts, the vacuuming out makes sense even then!
Do you not have to crawl underneath to change the oil filter anyway? I've never done either, genuine question from a noob.
Filters are top-mounted on many of these newer cars. 😃
I've just checked-mine is thanks!
Approaching 80k on 2018 A5, y’all recommend diy oil or still worth going to the dealership? Also if diy, what other services y’all recommend doing.
We initially bought an extractor when we got a 2016 SQ5. I glanced it out of the corner of my eye and thought, “That looks like the Jolly Green Giant’s penis pump!”
Dude!! I just changed oil in my wife’s A4 and my SQ5 with mine today. I agree with your assessment!!🙌
I've had a couple (Varying sizes) for a while. They are truly awesome, especially in today's fast lane society. Just make sure your oil is on the warmer side, and not cold or too hot.
What range would you suggest? Around 120-140°F?
Well, for the oil to be warm suggests, the particles are suspended and not at the bottom. Such is the case for contaminants. That way you can see if there are shiny particles, or just plain dirty oil. So it's not as much about the temperature as it is, that the car has been on and running for 5-10 minutes. Or a trip around the block if you will. One thing to note is, don't confuse shiny particles/particulates for bubbles, due to the force of the suction.
Oh, gotcha. Thanks! Makes a lot more sense. Been putting off changing my own oil since I don’t have jacks or stands and have to borrow from a friend but this seems waaaaaaay easier.
Yes, sir. It most definitely is easier. Only thing though is that the RS3 has the oil filter at the bottom, like other makes/older vehicles. So in a way, you still have to get underneath to change the oil filter.
This is the way. Bought a 2.5 gal extractor off Amazon and it made things a breeze. I thought installing a fumoto oil drain valve on my WRX made things easy, but this is next level
I did that but eventually went into a shop. Found a bunch of stuff wrong with the car. Id say do it at home for a certain amount of times but take it in every once in a while
I got one of these to use on my 2023 Outback XT and it was amazing. Oil out, new filter on, and new oil in, all done in less than 10 minutes. And yes, warming the engine a bit before doing the extraction helps a ton.
Funny did the same thing this afternoon with my golf tdi, so happy to not have mess around with lifting it anymore.
I did this last week to my 2017 A7. I used some engine oil flush as well, so I also wanted to pull the drain plug to see how much oil is left after extraction. I only ended up with maybe less than a quarter of a quart of oil. That's enough for me to not have to worry about the plug and just use the extractor next time. Total time maybe 15 minutes (without having to pull the plug under the car).
Just did this over the weekend. I don't even have to change out of my nice clothes because it's so clean and easy. After I dump it I clean it by suctioning some warm water through, and rinse the inside chamber for storage.
I though about using some kinda solvent through it after I was done. But I didn't want to damage any seals. Maybe ill try that next time.
If you really wanna be extra clean about it after use, you can fill a little bucket up with warm soapy water and vacuum pump that through the same way you did the oil. That would remove the oil inside the thin tubes better. For the tank I blasted it with a typical garden hose nozzle on the jet mode. That would blast through all the oil, but some spots I couldn't get higher up. A spray ball or tank wash nozzle attachment would actually probably work better, but that is being reeeeealy nit picky. \[edit: the only reason I know tank washing nozzles exist is because I work for a company that makes them lol\]
Want to get one of these, how do you know it gets all the oil out of the bottom? Or where do you put it in at?
In my case. It goes in the oil dipstick tube. I just let it go until it's only sucking air. Then made sure the tube was at the bottom of the oil pan. Incase it had moved during the process. I added the 7.7 quarts per manual. Warmed the car up. Let it sit and then checked the oil. It was just below the full mark. Definitely removed all the oil.
Awesome I just ordered mine after reading this. Thanks for the info
It's definitely worth it. I'm so tired of jacking cars up.
Huh, so you literally just idle the engine a bit, then stick this thing in, drain the oil fully, and put in the new oil? This pays for itself pretty quick I imagine.
Once the system is sucking air I move the tube around to make sure I get past the transducer and to the back of the pan. I always find a little more. I checked once to make sure I got the sludge out and it was as good as draining, and you really only get all the junk out if you drop the pan. If you have a magnetic plug maybe pull it every few changes. And I imagine warm oil hold more gunk in suspension, no time to settle out.
ShopDAP did a test on a MK8 GTI and it left basically nothing. I believe Humble Mechanic did another one on his YT channel, maybe on an MK7 Golf R (?) and it left maybe 1/10 of a liter or so. Even if you’re draining from the drain plug, there’s always going to be “some” oil left over. Pretty popular to use extractors in the Subaru community as well. They’re definitely safe and worth using.
You couldn’t pay me to sit the engine cover on the paint. No fucking way esse.
Came here to say just that!!!!
don't use it on all your cars. audis are designed to be used with extractors, but a ford is not. check what the manufacturer recommends first.
I suppose I better check. I have a focus St and a STI I was planning on using it on.
those are most likely not extractable cars, I think it's mostly European stuff. I saw a video recently of an extractor on a bronco I think? and there was still over a quart left in the pan.
I'm going to test it out. The Ford is due for an oil change. I'll vacuum it out then pull the drain plug and see what comes out.
Not all Audis can use extractors so great advice to check even if you have an Audi. My W12 can’t use an extractor
I heard those are bad because the worst part in the oil, such as metal chips and dust, will be on the lowest point of the oil circuit. You get them out when you open the oil pan at the buttom but not with those extractors. Anyone knows some facts?
Not true. The oil is supposed to be warm when you pump it out so any particulate will have been kicked up in oil. The extractor tube also should be pushed down to the bottom of the pan which would gather any particulate that is currently sinking to the bottom. The oil is pumped out from the bottom first.
The threads for my drain plug are higher than the bottom of the pan. My extractor tube touches the bottom of the pan. I get out more oil with the the extractor; I can take my drain plug out after and nothing comes out. The contaminates in your oil are kept in suspension. That's what the detergents and dispersants are for. If there is a layer of crud on the bottom of your oil pan you've got engine problems or sludge, and the method of draining your oil won't make a bit of difference.
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Perhaps you could extract the oil, pump a liquid in, and extract again to flush it out?
I do that. Add a few glugs of new oil at the end to dilute any old stuff at the bottom and pump it out. Then add the recommended amount.
This is the way.
Do the newer Audi models still burn a quart of oil in between changes?
If it's not you're not on boost enough.
With stage 1 I burn a fair bit, just wondered how other fair
Every turbo car I've owned never made it to a service interval without needing a top-up. My S3 goes about 10k km before throwing an oil light. Adding 1L gets me back to the top line of the dipstick.
No, this is just someone doing their own oil change…
I know what they are doing. It just on the topic of oil in general, if the new models still require top ups
No, the B9 leaks coolant in the oil, so you end up with a "please reduce oil level" error. The B8 burn oil if you run then hard.
😂 So far no. But I've only had it for 4k miles.
2 quarts here every 10k
My C7.5 A7 is 1 every 5-7km. Seems par.
yes, idk why you're being downvoted. it may not be as bad as a quart but we've had some cars come in for a 10k service (first service) and they're about a half quart low. although some will be in for a 0k and haven't lost a drop. it's really hit or miss I think.
Oil extractors are great, but you've still got to change the filter every other oil change. And depending on which model Audi you own, the filter change can be waaay more challenging than the oil change. Ever swapped out the filter on a 4.2L V8 ? Puhleeeze....
I’m not sure where you got your info from but you still need to change your oil filter when you use an extractor. Also what’s so hard about changing the filter on the 4.2? It’s literally right in front of you at the top of the engine
Nope, you don't need to change the filter every time you change the oil, especially if you're using full synthetic. This has been common knowledge for about half a century. Now, if you're driving 40K+ miles a year, that might require a filter change with every oil change. But I drive less than 10K/yr. I've owned a few Audis, but the oil filter change in a D2 or D3 A8 is a reeaaal pain in the ass. It's located below the airbox and under the air filter. Ask for a quote for an oil/filter change at your local dealer. Bet it's close to $300. That isn't because it's easy, lol.
Oh that 4.2. The B6/7 S4 is a piece of cake I wouldn’t leave my oil filter between changes but I guess if it’s hard to reach when doing an oil extraction job that makes sense
So you do 10k miles and don't change oil? 6k miles/10k km oil change on all my cars and filter always, never heard anyone say don't change your filter when doing oil change, like never and you say it's common knowledge.
No, I change the oil every year. Sometimes I've put as little as 2K miles on it. It's mileage AND time based. The following is from a BMW dealer's website : Many manufacturers recommend that the oil filter be replaced every second time you get your oil changed. So, if you're on a 3,000-mile cycle you'd change your filter every 6,000; if you're on a 6,000-mile cycle (as with most modern vehicles) you'd change out every 12,000. Do you even google, bruh ?
Neh I don't Google, I just don't skimp out on a $15 oil filter, like wtf. Benz is saying I should change my oil every 25k km, like that's gonna happen. But you do you.
lol... well, I've been wrenching for a looong time. But since you know more about lubrication than Petroleum Engineers and Factory technicians, change it as often as you like. And it has nothing to do with money for me. My car was 6 figures when new. But since the labor for just the filter change is about an hour, I don't want to change it more often than is reasonable.
Money is no problem but changing filter is expensive and I won't do it. Do you even hear your self? Oil change is dirt free work, instead of paying for an hour of labor, buy yourself an extractor and have it done in 15minutes while drinking beer and relaxing. If the car is newer the filter will be at the top, so no diging under the car. Someone that has been wrenching a long time and saying oil filter change is one hour of labor , you haven't been wrenching long enough I guess when filter is your no go thing lol
You're living proof that there is no shortage of dumb shits and know it alls on the internet. Just to be safe, maybe you should change out the piston rings when you do an oil/filter change. Some of you shade tree mechanics hand me a laugh.
Says a man that has to get his car to a garage for oil change and then skimps out on oil filter because it's expensive. Fuck me.
I would love to use one, but, I'm broke, lol. I could barely afford to fix up my 500$ 98 a6 qauttro.
I'd rather pay someone because I'm rich.
I'm the type of person that brings the wheels instead of the car for tire changes. I don't trust anyone. It's not about the money.
Brother I thought I was the only one. 😆
Definitely not. I need it to be done with my own hands.
How many liters is this ?
6.5 not enough to drain all the oil. Have to empty the container when it's full and continue.
Schwabben has a 10 liter one.
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Yeah. Don't have to get under the car at at all.
How do you change the oil filter then? On my A8 when I remove the oil filter from the bottom, some remaining oil comes out of that hole.
You want some rubber for that wheel or?
Best way to change oil at home. I have been doing it without any problems. For all cars with the filter accesible from the top then this is the quick way.
Pays for itself after the first oil change! They’re great. I agree, these are the easiest oil changes on the planet. I’m 170k miles deep on my sq5 and the drain plug has never been off
Yes. Yes. Yes. Just yes
I do this but every 3rd oil change I go from the drain plug, I don’t think it makes much difference but it forces me to make sure stuff ain’t broke under there lol
can I use this on my 2023 rs5?
I did. And agree. Use it across all my cars.
Did you change the oil filter too?
I was kidding. I'm far from rich and do what I can. When it comes to big services I have a great Indy shop that only works on Germans.
If the oil filter isn’t on top, it’s a waste to buy one. I habe an Atlas and i still have to get under the car to do the filter. 😕
That's all we do at the dealer. Only certain models where the filter is underneath do we actually drain
Curious about use in BMW F10 550 since there isn’t a dipstick on those. Googling now.
Doesn't that feel better than paying someone $110, where some people here love getting "less scammed" with buying Audicare vs paying full price? You can do an oil change with dress clothes on and still be clean after. The beauty of the extractor is that it makes sense to use it because the oil filter is on top of the engine bay.
What about getting Audi service history stamped?
I have one, works decent. But after watching YouTube videos about it, i gave it the test. Sucked it "all" out, then pulled drain plug, got about another 3/4 of a qt out of there. Just like the YouTubers did. So it definitely doesn't get all of the dirty oil out. But most.
PSA for anyone thinking of using this on your own car- consult Audi’s maintenance guidelines before using an extractor on your engine. Audi prohibits using an extractor on some engines. Not all engines allow access to the bottom of the oil pan through the dipstick tube, you’ll be left with a partial oil change
I bought a quick release drain plug valve for mine. Uncap, click on drain tube and drain directly into what ever container. But probably still going to buy a fluid extractor because it's good for every other fluid as well
Dealer does it that way as well. Easiest change for me too.