Residential motor oil from do-it-yourself oil changes is accepted for recycling at the following locations:
| Location |
Time |
Phone number |
| Hanalei Transfer Station |
Open 7:30 am to 5:30 pm |
826-7070 |
| Kapa'a Transfer Station |
Open 7:30 am to 5:30 pm |
822-7334 |
| Lihue Transfer Station |
Open 7:30 am to 5:30 pm |
241-6854 |
| Hanapepe Transfer Station |
Open 7:30 am to 5:30 pm |
335-0624 |
| Kekaha Landfill |
Open 7:00 am to 5:30 pm |
337-9213 |
| Locations open every day, excluding holidays. |
Recycling your used oil:
After draining the oil from your car's crankcase , pour the motor oil into a clean container. Many household containers are suitable, including original motor oil containers. Never Use containers that held household chemicals such as Bleach. Make sure that the container has a secure lid so it cannot spill.
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| The County is distributing FREE motor oil drainer containers for draining and recycling used motor oil. The containers are available at the Kaua'i Resource Center in Lihue. Please call the Kauai Resource Center @ 241-5112 or 241-5120 for more information. |
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IMPORTANT!!!
- Never temporarily store it in any container that once held food, beverages, or chemicals (regardless of the type of contatainer used for carrying or storing used oil, be sure it is cleaned and clearly labled "used oil" and kept out of reach of children and pets).
- Never mix used oil with gasoline or solvents.
- Never put used oil in containers previously contained bleach or other chemicals (Used oil mixed with bleach, gasoline, or solvent can become hazardous waste).
Acceptible Products:
Crankcase Oil
Gear Oil
Transmission Oil
Power Steering Oil
Diesel Fuel
Lubricating Oil |
Unacceptable products:
Thinners
Gasoline
Carburator Cleaners
Brake Cleaners
Brake Fluids
Solvents
Anti Freeze
PCB oil
Bleach |
PROPER PREPARATION
Do not contaminate oil with other fluids like antifreeze or other auto fluids; bring motor oil only. Use a clean, dry, container with no residues. Use a container that is leak proof and has a lid. You may recycle up to 5 gallons at a time. Take your container away after you drop off the oil.
Reminder - the program is for home mechanics only.