Abstract: A method and apparatus for changing oil and measuring oil consumption in an internal combustion engine having an internal oil lubrication distribution passage system with an oil filter and oil reservoir which includes the steps of connecting an external, separable apparatus to the internal oil lubrication distribution system at a first point upstream of the oil filter and at a second point in fluid communication with the oil reservoir; removing spent oil from the oil reservoir and measuring the amount removed; introducing a measured amount of fresh oil appropriate for the internal combustion engine into the oil reservoir; and calculating the difference between the amount of fresh oil introduced to and the spent oil removed from the oil reservoir.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for changing oil and measuring oil consumption in an internal combustion engine having an internal oil lubrication distribution passage system with an oil filter and oil reservoir which includes the steps of connecting an external, separable apparatus to the internal oil lubrication distribution system at a first point upstream of the oil filter and at a second point in fluid communication with the oil reservoir; removing spent oil from the oil reservoir and measuring the amount removed; introducing a measured amount of fresh oil appropriate for the internal combustion engine into the oil reservoir; and calculating the difference between the amount of fresh oil introduced to and the spent oil removed from the oil reservoir.

Abstract: An assembly for installation on an internal combustion engine for facilitating engine cleaning and oil change and method for using the same which includes an oil filter mounting adapter interposed between the multichannel oil filter unit and the engine and a fluid egress assembly mounted in the drain opening of the oil pan. The oil filter mounting adapter is configured to be readily mountable in engine compartments having significant space constraints. The oil filter mounting adapter is composed of a sandwich adapter and a fluid coupling assembly. The fluid coupling assembly includes a quick connect nipple which is releasably matingly engageable with mating fitting on an external fluid supply source. The fluid egress fitting also includes a quick connect nipple releasably matingly engageable with a mating fitting on a fluid removal hose or conduit.

Abstract: A method and device for changing oil and measuring oil consumption in an internal combustion engine having an internal oil lubrication distribution passage system with an oil filter and oil reservoir including a pump and receptacle for evacuating fluid from the oil reservoir, a pump and receptacle with a fresh oil supply for introducing into the oil reservoir through the oil filter and internal oil lubrication system. An electronic module on the vehicle and communicating and recording with the device facilitates the oil changing process in an easy and safe manner by communicating pertinent information to the device for changing oil including signal to the device an engine running condition and an oil filter-securely-in-place condition so that the device deactivates when the engine is running and the oil filter is not securely in place.

Abstract: A unitary device for a vehicle for removing spent oil from an oil pan reservoir installed in an access aperture located in a floor bottom of the oil pan reservoir. The device includes a quick connect nipple having a first end threadably sealing into the access apertures and a second end releasably engageable with a mating fitting positioned on an externally located fluid delivery device and further having a fluid tight closure when the second end is disengaged from the fluid delivery device. The quick connect nipple includes a throughbore from the first end to the second end for the passage of spent oil when the second end is engaged with the fluid delivery device and a cylindrical magnet secured to the first end of the quick connect nipple for capturing metallic material in the oil pan reservoir as the oil passes through the cylindrical magnet prior to passage in the throughbore.

Abstract: A method and device for changing oil in a safe manner and on an internal combustion engine having an internal oil lubrication distribution passage system with an oil filter and oil reservoir including an apparatus and receptacle for evacuating fluid from the oil reservoir, a pump and receptacle with a fresh oil supply for introducing into the engine oil reservoir through the oil filter and internal oil lubrication system. An electronic module is on the vehicle for communicating pertinent information to the apparatus for changing oil and signals to facilitate the oil changing process in an easy and safe manner including a signal to indicate an engine running condition and a signal for the oil filter-in-place condition, so that the device can deactivate when the engine is running or the oil filter is disengaged or not properly engaged to the engine.

Abstract: An oil inlet adapter assembly connectible to an oil inlet channel or gallery leading to at least one oil filter for an internal combustion engine. The oil inlet adapter assembly comprises an inlet fitting, a nipple extension, and a quick connect nipple connected in series. The inlet fitting is a compact fitting having a threaded portion and a flanged portion. A first bore is drilled through the interior of the threaded portion, and another bore is drilled through one of the hexagonal sides to meet the first bore to form a through bore in the inlet fitting having an essentially 90.degree. angle.

Abstract: A two-part oil filter mounting adapter for use with internal combustion engines. The filter mounting adapter includes a universal sandwich adapter and a nipple adapter that engages with a filter mounting boss at one end and an oil filter unit at the other end. The sandwich adapter has a passage along an outside wall for a fluid coupling assembly that is capable to be releasably connected to a suitable fluid supply hose. The sandwich adapter is rotatably mounted on a hub of the nipple adapter so that the passage is positionable to any direction.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for retrofitting a vehicle for removing spent oil from an oil pan reservoir by installing the apparatus in an access aperture located in a sidewall of the oil pan reservoir. The apparatus comprises a bent tube, having a widened and flattened first end and a flared second end, engages through the access aperture allowing the flattened end to rest along the oil pan floor. A slidable adapter is mounted on the tube, having one end adaptable for threading into the access aperture and a second end to press fit around the flared end of the tube to form a seal and to prevent rotational movement of the tube. The second end of the adapter is also adaptable for threading into a quick connect nipple.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for changing oil and measuring oil consumption in an internal combustion engine having an internal oil lubrication distribution passage system with an oil filter and oil reservoir which includes the steps of connecting an external, separable apparatus to the internal oil lubrication distribution system at a first point upstream of the oil filter and at a second point in fluid communication with the oil reservoir; removing spent oil from the oil reservoir and measuring the amount removed; introducing a measured amount of fresh oil appropriate for the internal combustion engine into the oil reservoir; and calculating the difference between the amount of fresh oil introduced to and the spent oil removed from the oil reservoir.

Abstract: Disclosed is a permanent liquid filter assembly, which includes an oil filter unit made up of an outer housing with inlet and outlet ports and a reconditionable filter material and a bypass valve means for providing a passage way between the inlet and outlet ports, when the differential pressure across the filter means exceeds a certain predetermined value contained therein. The assembly also includes an adapter with multiple inlet and outlet ports, providing fluid communication means between the inlet and outlet ports of the filter and the oil inlet and outlet ports of the engine block to which the filter assembly is attached, as well as inlet and outlet ports for making fluid connections with an external pump device by means of fluid quick disconnet couplers, thereby enabling a flushing fluid to be pumped through the filter element in a reverse direction opposite that of the oil normal flow.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for removal of spent oil from an oil pan reservoir of an internal combustion engine includes a flexible tube engageable through the dipstick sleeve of the engine. In the preferred embodiment, a vacuum pump is used to draw vacuum within a receptacle to thereby draw spent oil from the oil pan reservoir of the engine through the tube for temporary storage and transportation in an environmentally safe manner. Valve cover opening fluid fill adaptors are provided for optionally introducing fluid, such as fresh motor oil, through the valve cover opening. A dipstick sleeve adaptor is also disclosed for introducing fluid, such as fresh motor oil, through the dipstick sleeve.

Abstract: A first pump can withdraw waste fluid from an oil pan reservoir and optionally, can be used to introduce flushing fluid through the oil filter and internal oil lubrication distribution passage system, to recirculate the flushing fluid within the internal oil lubrication distribution passage system, to withdraw the waste flushing fluid from the oil pan reservoir for disposal and storage in an external storage receptacle. An air purge connection is provided for evacuating fluid retained within the oil filter element and any fluid remaining in the internal oil lubrication distribution passage system into the oil pan reservoir prior to withdrawal of the fluid by the first pump. A second pump is provided for supplying fresh motor oil from an external storage receptacle through the oil filter and the internal oil lubrication distribution passage system.