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Old Sep 24, 2011 | 11:43 AM
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Default NooB - Oil Filter change question
I'm confused as to why RAVE says to disconnect the battery when changing oil filter. Anybody know why?
 
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Old Sep 24, 2011 | 12:42 PM
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Land Rover mechanics charge by the hour, and disconnecting the battery adds to the total billable charge.

Anyway, that's my guess

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Old Sep 24, 2011 | 01:41 PM
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^ That ^ ...and I'm sure it's a safety thing. Don't want to be under the truck in a shop spinning off the oil filter and have some dufus not notice you under there, and crank the starter.
 
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Old Sep 24, 2011 | 01:55 PM
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It is a totally a safety thing, they say to do that for changing a light bulb too.
 
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Old Sep 24, 2011 | 01:59 PM
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They don't really expect you to disconnect the battery they just mention it in order to cover their a$$ from a lawsuit.
 
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Old Sep 24, 2011 | 02:25 PM
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Thanks for the peace of mind, that is what I thought... well my weekend chore is done, off to the beer store
 
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Old Sep 24, 2011 | 07:19 PM
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Yes, I have one that needs a quart or two each Saturday
 
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