There are a few brands of oil filters that have a lift handle on both sides. However, the top of the mounting hole is larger than the bottom, so it still should be no problem deciding which end is up.

Wes, the transmission works this way: L is 1st and will drive you up a 90-degree wall and then shift up to 2nd. S is 2nd and will shift up to 3rd (good for starting off up a hill - S stands for "slope"). D also starts in 2nd, shifts up to 3rd sooner than in S, and then up to 4th. These cars are much more responsive in town if shifted manually. If you need to use 1st, you will find that you only need it for a few seconds, so manually shift up to S and then to D. Tip: Keep a pair of plastic shift-lever bushings on hand.

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