11 Best Oil Funnels for DIY Oil Changes

Buying an Oil Funnel

Changing motor oil is a simple DIY routine maintenance service that prolongs the life of your engine and helps prevent oil leaks. Changing your vehicle’s oil yourself saves time and money and requires only a few basic tools, including a funnel to refill the crankcase with fresh oil.

There are many types of funnels to choose from. Look for these key features when you’re ready to buy.

• Long neck and flexible spout: Makes it easy to access the crankcase fill hole in hard-to-reach areas.
• Offset/angled: Great for reaching around obstacles.
• Non-metallic: Chemical- and oil-resistant so they don’t corrode and are easy to clean.
• Metal: Should have solid, rolled edges and a galvanized corrosion-resistant finish.
• Large capacity anti-splash funnels: Hasten flow while keeping oil off the engine.
• Mesh strainer or screen: Helps keep debris out of the engine but slows oil flow through the funnel.

Also look for funnels with threads that screw directly into crankcase fill hole. Funnels with lids or spout caps are especially helpful for keeping the inside clean.