“Does our car need an oil wrench filter?” I overheard a conversation from a couple while waiting for our turn in the cashier. I have a hunch they were husband and wife. It’s not my business listening to other people’s conversation but they were talking loudly, so… Anyway I didn’t anymore hear what the guy’s response was coz they already paid then left the cashier.

Curious as what this tool is, I asked M. Hehehe, was he surprised why I was asking? I even asked him if our car needs one too. Nosy me! Anyway, maybe you’re curious what it is too, so in simple words, it’s basically a wrench needed to change the oil filter in the car.

How does an Oil Filter Wrench look like? I found out it’s got three types. The image below is the common type. It has a loop of chain that is placed around the filter and a bar that is turned counterclockwise until the chain wraps around the filter. You then need a socket wrench to turn the bar. Thanks to Uncle Google for that.

I’m glad I don’t have to deal with autos and remember all these automotive tools which might come handy for drivers coz guess what? I don’t drive!