I did the whole oil and filter change myself just a while ago. It doesn't take but 12 lbs. usually if you take your ratchet and hold it real close to the front, and just turn it enough to where it is just gettin hard to do that is somewhere around 10 or 15 lbs. Just a reminder- don't forget to stagger your tightening. (not trying to be a know-it-all or anything)