While under warranty, I would NEVER put a filter in there that you bought off ebay.
Go to your dealer and buy several filters at once if the trip is a hassle. From my Kia dealer, they were about $7 each. Pricey for a simple cartridge, but this way my reciept is from my local dealer, so they will not be questioning that aspect.
I too will be changing my oil myself, as taking it to the dealer is a hassle. I am leaning towards Mobil 1 5w20 EP. First change at about 1000 miles and then every 7500 thereafter. The premium oil is overkill, but again, if there are problems, no one will question the oil quality. (Please don't anyone start a rant about Mobil 1 -- take it to bobistheoilguy if you must!)
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