I was checking around for further ways to avoid removal of the oil drain plug as opposed to using a dip stick oil siphon. Am considering buying a Fumoto oil drain valve. This version has a nipple end so I can slip on a hose and drain the spent motor oil into a jug without any mess.
Company says it was granted genuine parts status by Toyota and other auto manufacturers, whatever that means. Has anyone tried this valve on their Toyota and encountered problems? Unless there are any horror stories, I think I'll try it out.
On another note, it's too bad that the oil filter on the Corolla can only be accessed from below the car. With my old Tercel the filter could be removed from above. I will be trying out a K&N wrench off oil canister filter.
-- hopefully.