Reach into the opening and turn the oil filter counter-clockwise by hand.

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. It may be necessary to access the filter from below the car if you need to use a wrench.

When the oil filter comes off, remove it from the engine bay with the open end facing up to reduce the amount of oil spilled.

Place the oil filter in the oil drain pan with the open end facing down.