06 Forester Oil Filter Removal Tool?

[lmdew]

Just thought I'd check and see which oil filter removal tools you are liking for the newer Subaru's where the filter is up through a hole in the exhaust manifold.  

 

Pliers do not work, so I'm going to get one of the socket type tools.

 

Which one do you like?

[Fairtax4me]

They used to carry these at Sears https://www.summitracing.com/parts/lil-63250?seid=srese1&cm_mmc=pla-google-_-shopping-_-srese1-_-lisle&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_vrEjqi12AIVyUoNCh0WPgN6EAQYCSABEgLcOvD_BwE

 

Works on most small/medium size filters. If a filter is too small I stick a small block of wood in there.

 

Most Large filters I use a huge pair of channel locks on.

[matt167]

Pliers. Don't get a good grip, but enough grip unless gorilla put it on.. Lot of times I just grab it

 

If you want a cap wrench it's 68mm

[ShawnW]

If its the filter I use in house I have a Pennzoil tool that fits really well.   For filters that aren't that size I reach up with a pair of these.

https://goo.gl/images/KvCMN8

[BB's93LegacyL]

The previous owner of my '08 Impreza showed me where the filter installs up near the manifold and explained what tool he used. After looking at different tools, and then deciding to use Amsoil oil and filters, I bought a cap wrench. I use my 3/8 ratchet with a 6" extension. I like it because it keeps my hands away from the manifold if it has't cooled down completely. The Amsoil cap filter wrench retails for $3.45. My filter uses a 64 mm wrench.