36mm Low Profile Oil Filter Wrench | CR-V Socket Tool

36mm Low Profile Oil Filter Wrench – Make Oil Changes Easy

Struggling to reach a stubborn oil filter canister in a tight engine bay? The 36mm Low Profile Oil Filter Wrench is engineered for fast, secure removal of cartridge-style oil and fuel filter housing caps. Built from premium chrome vanadium (CR-V) steel, this compact socket tool delivers the torque and durability professionals demand — without the bulk.

Key Features

• Effortless Oil Changes: Quickly removes cartridge-style oil and fuel filter canister caps during oil changes or filter replacements.
• 6-Point Design: Six contact points engage the housing cap securely, maximising removal torque and reducing the risk of slipping or rounding off.
• 3/8-Inch Drive Compatibility: Works with any standard 3/8-inch ratchet, breaker bar, or extension — tools you already own.
• Low Profile Height: At just 1.25 inches (3.2 cm) tall, this socket fits in confined engine spaces, around air intake hoses, and other hard-to-reach areas where standard sockets simply won't go.
• Versatile Use: Perfect for 36mm metric cartridge-style oil filter caps, fuel filter canisters, and any application requiring a low-profile socket.
• Built to Last: Chrome vanadium (CR-V) steel construction with a matte finish for long-lasting strength, corrosion resistance, and reliable performance.

Specifications

• Size: 36mm (metric)
• Drive: 3/8-inch
• Dimensions: 4.8 × 3.25 cm / 1.88 × 1.27 in
• Height: 1.25 in (3.2 cm) low profile
• Weight: 170g / 5.99 oz
• Material: Chrome Vanadium (CR-V) Steel
• Finish: Matte Silver
• Country of Origin: Made in China

What's in the Box

• 1 × 36mm Low Profile Oil Filter Wrench Socket

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Authoritative Resource

For safe vehicle maintenance practices and tool safety guidelines, refer to the OSHA Hand & Power Tools Safety Guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What size oil filter caps does this 36mm wrench fit?

A: This wrench is designed specifically for 36mm metric cartridge-style oil filter housing caps. It is commonly used on many European and Asian vehicles that use spin-on canister or cartridge-type oil filters with a 36mm cap.

Q: What drive size is required to use this oil filter socket?

A: The socket uses a standard 3/8-inch drive, making it compatible with most common ratchet handles, torque wrenches, and extension bars you likely already have in your toolbox.

Q: Why is a low profile socket better for oil filter removal?

A: Many modern engines have oil filter canisters located in tight, hard-to-reach spaces beneath air intake hoses or near other components. The low profile 1.25-inch (3.2 cm) height of this socket allows it to fit into confined areas where a standard-height socket simply cannot reach, making oil changes faster and easier.

Q: Is this oil filter wrench durable enough for regular use?

A: Yes. It is constructed from chrome vanadium (CR-V) steel — the same high-grade alloy used in professional hand tools — which provides excellent tensile strength, wear resistance, and durability for repeated use over many oil changes.