Changing oil & filter

[paulg1]

I want to get this sorted out before I order parts, tools, etc., so a few questions:

Does the car need to be level to properly change the oil and filter, or can the rear end be up on low profile ramps?

If it has to be level & I don't have a lift, is there enough room under the car to remove the drain plug & filter? (I would be doing on my back under car.)

If it has to be up on the low profile ramps, do you get complete drainage?

Thanks

[White987S]

The Porsche dealership I go to, drains the car while it's level....for about $110. Try this route!

[nick49]

Jack up the front and use jack stands while the rear is on ramps. This will level the car.

[snarf]

Check out this link:

http://forums.rennlist.com/rennforums/show...ight=oil+change

[Loren]

Changing oil on a 997 is no different than changing oil on a 996.

The complete DIY is here.

[jean]

I want to get this sorted out before I order parts, tools, etc., so a few questions:

Does the car need to be level to properly change the oil and filter, or can the rear end be up on low profile ramps?

If it has to be level & I don't have a lift, is there enough room under the car to remove the drain plug & filter? (I would be doing on my back under car.)

If it has to be up on the low profile ramps, do you get complete drainage?

Thanks

1. The car should be level

2. I don't have aproblem getting underneath to change the oil,

without putting it on jacks.