Oil change – cold or hot engine?

[My Nameis]

My car has been parked for a few days and I need to change the oil.

I’m wondering if I can drain the oil without first driving the car to warm it up.

It has been parked for a while so I’d imagine most of the oil has settled in the pan?

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[Richard Kirshy]

Others may differ …
You can consult the owners manual for your vehicle concerning the proper method.
I was always taught to drain the oil when warm for better flow.
Been doing it that way for the last 42 years so I’ll stick to what I was taught.

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