Use your hand to turn the oil filter counter-clockwise until it comes off the threads.

If the filter is too tight to loosen by hand, use an oil filter wrench. A wrench that fits over the top of the oil filter is ideal, as there is very little space on the sides of the oil filter.

Lower the filter with the threads facing up to prevent spilling oil, then place it in the oil drain pan with the threads facing down.

Clean the engine's oil filter seal surface with a clean rag.