Mobile One on Sale - Advance

[Docthrock]

Advance Auto is running a sale on 5 quarts of Mobile One synthetic AND a Mobile One filter for $30. That's not bad.

According to Exxon, the recommended Mobile One oil filter for the smart fortwo is the M1-108.

The M1-110 will also fit the threads and gasket, but the filter is actually a bit longer, I would NOT USE IT on the fortwo!

One Advance I stopped in had NO 108s. They would have substituted filters (they had 4 in the computer that fit). I called a different store and they had a couple in stock.

Turns out that my smart, my Subaru 2.5XT turbo and my Yamaha FJR1300 all take the M1-108 filter. It's time for me to STOCK UP!

Just thought I'd pass it along.

[Old smart]

The M1-108 filter is 2-1/2” deep, a bit deeper than the OEM's 1-15/16". If the M1-110 is 3" deep or any deeper it will have the same or less ground clearance than the lowest point on the engine.

Otherwise, $30 for the whole package isn't bad.

[Docthrock]

The M1-108 is level with the bottom of the oil pan/drain bolt housing and above the frame. It is the filter recommended for the 2008 passion on Exxon's website.

The M1-110 would definitely be hanging out below the lowest part of the engine AND the frame. Don't use a 110 unless it's an "emergency" and there's absolutely nothing else available.

[paroyboy]

Called the dealer to check on a price for just a 5k mile oil change. $90! Going to go to Advance and get the 0W-40 and a M1 108. Dealer also mentioned a $2 ring? Is that the crush washer on the drain plug? Is it ok to reuse it once? Figure they can replace it at the 10K checkup.

[mvaldes]

The washer is solid and resuable. My dealer will sell spares/replacements but says it's a waste of your money.

[Mark Wheeler]

How often should I change the Oil? Can my local car repair shop do it? My dealer is 150 miles away.

[donnyonee]

ive got some mobil 1 consumer offers for a $10 rebate for 5 qts. i dont remember where from but i'll be using them. 2 allowed. check the mobil 1 web or the mail in address is mobil 1 rebate offer, po box 1146 grand rapids minnesota 55745-1146.
now i have to see if i can get it online cause theres isnt a advance auto parts in calif.

[jwight]

Originally Posted by mvaldes

The washer is solid and resuable. My dealer will sell spares/replacements but says it's a waste of your money.

Probably true; BTW, $2 for one of these is good. They're $5 at the Columbus dealer.