ahhprods

For a Macan S, do I need to take it to my Porsche specialist for oil changes? He does my 993. It’s $$$. Can I take to like a tire and auto? Thanks! (I did a search and didn’t find this amateur question!)

PSEE

You can... I wouldn't!

It's pretty easy to DIY an oil change on a Macan - much easier than for a 993!Good luck!

DJSAPBLU

LOL...buddy of mine made fun of me when he dropped me off to have my Macan oil change for how much I paid. Two weeks later his engine blew up on the road due to him having his done at a 'Tire and Auto' place; apparently the plug was not installed correctly. He is now in court over the matter. Not into last laughs but...

Dranon

Was his a Macan? Anyway these quick change auto places have very little training. Could happen to ANY car not just a Porsche. The Macan oil change is very easy. Removing the under panel is the time-consuming part but it should take no longer than 15 minutes for a newbie. Oil change itself 30-45 for a first timer . I can do the whole thing in 20 minutes. It is easier to change the oil on my 911 than my jeep for crying out loud!

ImpliedConsent

So, following - because I just did a Porsche oil change. I'm not opposed to say, 150-200... but $300.USD? Yeah, I'm comfortable enough with youtube and tools. P-tech does an awesome job. I just want to check with the list above: #5 -- shouldn't there be a new plug and crush washer? I "think" it might be TTY plug. Just something I heard about the plug. The new plug washer is surely on that list.

DJSAPBLU

Brand New Dodge Charger...and his oil change price was 80% of mine.

GelberPfeil

Yes, it is easy to DIY a Macan oil change just as pointed out above. The most time-consuming part is removing/replacing the underbelly cover. Be sure to use a torque wrench so you don't over- or under-tighten things. If you buy your oil filter from a supplier such as Pelican, they will/can include the proper gasket and crush washer. I buy my Mobil 1 0W-40 oil when it comes on sale at Walmart or Costco. I would estimate that my total cost is less than $75. I would never take any of my cars to a rapid oil change place. Too many horror stories about cross-threaded oil drain plugs and tires inflated anywhere from 12-70 psig. Scares me to think about it. I took my Macan S to the dealership when it was still under warranty. I think they charged me a little less than $300.

swingwing

You're giving some very bad advice here.
1. For one thing, to do this service correctly the vehicle needs to be level. Unless you've got access to a pit, you've got to lift the car correctly at the four side lift points.
2. The underbelly pan is attached by a bunch of T25 Torx fasteners. A trim tool is worthless.
3. Drain plug takes an 8mm Allen bit. Best know that before you attempt removing it with anything else.
4. You need a new crush washer when replacing the drain plug. Some think it's good practice to put in a new drain plug each oil change. You should also use a torque wrench to tighten the drain plug correctly.
5. Filter canister o-ring is included with the correct filter kit.
6. You cannot check oil level unless engine is running and oil temperature is up to an unspecified value.
7. And then you'll need a scan tool to reset the service advisory.

There's several YouTube videos to show the procedure. Here's one:

The_Driveway

Depends on where you take it and if you trust that particular shop. Dealer or indy.

BIG smoke

I dropped my X5 off at the BMW dealer for an oil change and upon that service, they discovered a leak in the oil cooler. So they repaired that too. I think the oil change and service and warranty repair was about 900 dollars.
100 miles later my warranted X5 threw a bearing. My dealer accused me of being delinquent on my servicing. Oddly, every service was done by the book and at that dealer. I called BMW Canada and USA, they said it was a dealership issue. So no help from them.
The dealership suggested a $26k new motor. I thought that was a lot after my 900 dollar oil change? We eventually settled. But really? Dealership, indy, or in your own driveway. You will ultimately be responsible for anything done to your car. Guilty until proven innocent.

If you need a more current experience. My macan last month went in for leaky valve covers. They dropped the engine to do the work. I picked up the car at closing, and parked it. I started it in the morning, boom. It dumped all the coolant on the floor. I was told to get it back to the dealership and they would take a look at it. The car was there for a month. Due to Covid, no loaner they said.

Really, the only person you can trust? is yourself. Any issue? Its still your problem.
A tire and auto place, an Indy, or a Franchise. No one cares.

PSEE

Yes - a new crush washer - tighten the drain bolt to the appropriate TQ spec. so you know it's crushed the washer...

new o-ring

new crush washer

new oil

new oil filter

rasetsu

I would never take any car to a quick lube place for oil changes. DIY, independent, or dealer if reasonable. An independent should not be charging the same labor rates on the Macan as a 911 if they go buy hour and not flat rate. My dealership is actually pretty reasonable with oil change costs at about $250.

NC TRACKRAT

FWIW, I actually did the oil and filter change without raising the vehicle. (I'm a skinny old geezer). You can alleviate the clearance issue by simply driving onto four short lengths of 2x12's....or you could buy two sets of these: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Megan-Racin...72.m2749.l2649

swingwing

Excellent idea, that. I’ve got a QuickJack but haven’t put the Macan up on it yet.

ImpliedConsent

@PelicanParts.com has everything we need for DIY oil changes. Keep an eye on the Model Year - different parts. Everything you need for Porsche Macan Oil change.