DIY Oil Change Workshop

👉 Call us to RSVP and reserve your spot!

Join us at Good Carma Auto Repair for our next hands-on workshop, where we’ll walk you through the entire process of changing your own oil — safely, confidently, and without the stress. Whether you’ve only ever handed your keys to a shop or you’re ready to try your first driveway DIY, this class is designed for you. Drinks are on us, and the vibe stays judgment-free.

This 90-minute class is all about giving you the tools (literally) to take control of one of the most common car maintenance tasks. No overcomplication, no shame, just step-by-step learning alongside community.

🔧 What We’ll Cover:

🛑 Safety First
– Setting up your space
– Wheel chocks, parking brakes, and protective gear

🧰 Tools of the Trade
– Must-have items: jack, stands, drain pan, filter wrench
– Disposable vs. reusable supplies

🛞 Jacking Up the Vehicle
– How to locate jack points
– Using a floor jack & stands safely

🛢️ Oil Grades Explained
– What “5W-30” actually means
– Conventional vs. synthetic oil
– Picking the right oil & filter for your car

⚙️ Step-by-Step Oil Change
– Draining the old oil
– Swapping the filter
– Refilling with fresh oil (without overdoing it)

✅ Checking Your Work
– Dipstick reading 101
– Leak check and post-change startup

♻️ Disposal Matters
– How to recycle oil & filters in Portland
– Why DIY doesn’t mean cutting corners on safety

🤦 Common Mistakes to Avoid
– Overfilling
– Cross-threading the filter
– Forgetting the washer

This workshop is approachable, beginner-friendly, and designed to build your confidence while saving you money. You’ll leave knowing exactly how to perform your own oil change — and how to avoid the classic pitfalls.

🚗 Date/Time/Location: October 4th, 11am @ Good Carma Auto Repair
🌈 All identities welcome. All questions valid. All vibes chill.