How to change oil on a Rolls Royce Ghost, by atlanta autos on YouTube. 2 min 43 s.
- Video length
- 2 min 43 s
- Time to do it
- 1 hour
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Steps
- 10
What you need
Steps
Park on firm, level ground and let the engine cool. Gather a drain pan, socket set, filter wrench, new filter, crush washer and the oil your handbook lists.
Look up the exact oil spec, oil capacity and drain plug torque for your Ghost's model year in the owner's handbook before you buy anything.
Raise the front of the car with a jack and set jack stands under the proper chassis points, or drive onto ramps. Never get under a car held only by a jack.
Run the engine for two minutes so the oil warms and flows better, then switch off and undo the oil filler cap on top of the engine.
Remove the engine undertray if one is fitted. Slide the drain pan under the sump plug and unscrew the plug by hand once it cracks loose.
Let the oil drain completely, fit a new crush washer, and refit the sump plug to the torque figure in the manual.
Unscrew the oil filter housing, pull out the old filter, and fit the new filter with its fresh O-ring. Wipe the mating face clean and refit the housing.
Pour in most of the oil through a funnel, wait a minute, then check the dipstick and top up until the level reaches the full mark.
Start the engine and let it idle for a minute. Look for drips at the plug and filter housing, switch off, wait, then recheck the level.
Reset the oil service indicator through the iDrive menu and take the used oil to a recycling centre.
Tips and common mistakes
Warm oil drains faster, but let it cool enough that it will not scald your hands.
Always use a new crush washer and filter O-ring, or you risk a slow leak.
Do not overtighten the sump plug or filter housing, since alloy threads strip easily.
Check the level again after the first drive, because trapped air can settle and read low.
Questions
How much oil does a Rolls-Royce Ghost take?
It varies by model year and engine, so confirm the figure in your handbook before buying. Buy one extra litre so you can top up after the first run.
How often should I change the oil?
Follow the service indicator and the interval in your handbook, which is usually once a year or at the listed mileage. Short city trips mean changing sooner.
Can I use any synthetic oil?
No. The V12 needs an oil that meets the exact specification in your handbook, so check the label on the bottle before you pour.
This guide was drafted from the video's details and general task knowledge. It has not been checked against the full video. Check the video and relevant product instructions before following a procedure. Report a correction.
