k24z2/3 oil filter location

[littlewing1208]

So I haven't changed the oil/filter on my wifes LX-P yet, but I did notice the k24z2 has a fairly desirable filter location (vertically downward). However, I've changed the oil on a k24a2 on a friends TSX and it was horizontal in that same relative location like most Honda are (ie oil gets everywhere when you remove the filter unless you use a deflector).

Is this a 'built in' relocation as in it is part of the z2/3 block? Or is this a part you can buy that is effectively a 90degree elbow to relocate it downward?

[Fredsvt]

Your '09 should have it right next to the drain plug facing downwards.

The blocks are different as well as the oil pan to allow for the relocated oil filter.