VIDEO: Proper LP Oil Change Instructions – Seven Drain Points.

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A.M.

Discussion Starter · Oct 6, 2015

After a long wait, I've finally finished editing and uploading the video showing
the proper oil change process for the LP Gallardo.

Plot Twist: In a nice bit of foreshadowing, the thumbnail for the video gives
you a nice glimpse of the DEI Reflect-A-Gold heat "wrap" I've put on the
air induction system to get rid of heatsoak-- the topic of an upcoming video!

Anyway: Don't let the seven drain plugs scare you. It's actually a very easy
oil change – only takes about an hour and a half if you have the right tools.

Speaking of which:

Gallardo 5.2L: ~9L Required Per Change.
-Motor Oil – OEM (VW 504/507 Spec): Castrol Edge Professional LL03
-Motor Oil – High Performance: Motul 300V 5w-30
-Oil Filter – OEM: VW/Audi Oil Filter #079198405E
-Pre-Oil Change Treatment: Seafoam SF-16 Motor Treatment

Non-Standard Required Tools:
-LP 5.2L Oil Filter Removal: Tekton 1-1/4" Socket
-Fluid Draining (All Models): XZN/Triple Square Metric Bit Set

Let me know if you have any questions!

PS- I am actually thinner than in the video. The seatbelt makes me look like I
have a gut. Then again, who cares, I'm in a Lamborghini. :wave:

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Ripper

· #41 · Dec 14, 2021

Have reused mine as well... zero issues

Also ,
You can also use copper washers in place of the aluminum ones if you cannot source the correct size.
The copper are actually a bit softer and seal up great. Use them on numerous other cars.

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rrgerman

· #42 · Dec 14, 2021

Ripper said:
Have reused mine as well... zero issues

Also ,
You can also use copper washers in place of the aluminum ones if you cannot source the correct size.
The copper are actually a bit softer and seal up great. Use them on numerous other cars.

Good to know! I have a bunch of copper washers laying around from a "kit" I bought with multiple sizes!

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Ripper

· #43 · Dec 14, 2021

rrgerman said:
Good to know! I have a bunch of copper washers laying around from a "kit" I bought with multiple sizes!

Use them with confidence.. I have a kit as well and "most" of the sizes are in there.. some I simply re-use by merely flipping them over

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rrgerman

· #44 · Dec 16, 2021 (Edited)

After successfully changing the oil in my LP I wanted to share this with you guys, in case it helps anybody at some point.

I made this graphic with the location of all 7 drain points. OEM part numbers for every bolt and washer. Also, the size needed for your wrench, socket, tool, etc.

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Ripper

· #45 · Dec 16, 2021

rrgerman said:
After successfully changing the oil in my LP I wanted to share this with you guys, in case it helps anybody at some point.

I made this graphic with the location of all 7 drain points. OEM part numbers for every bolt and washer. Also, the size needed for your wrench, socket, tool, etc.
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Great Work !! Thanks for posting. Excellent info for those who haven't become accustomed to these cars yet, and for those that have , a good resource for all the bolts/washers

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