urgent. oil change question

monterey · 06-17-2018, 05:29 PM

does the front drain bolt suppose to have a washer???

WingZeroX5 · 06-17-2018, 05:39 PM

yes

Gesler · 06-17-2018, 10:14 PM

yes, both have a crusher. if you don't see it on the bolt when you take it out, you'll find it stuck to the pan.

monterey · 06-17-2018, 11:01 PM

ok it fell into the oil pan. i found it.

MPower7 · 06-19-2018, 11:56 AM

Use at least a new washer when reinstalling.

da jemster · 06-19-2018, 11:44 PM

If you didn't get a new washer, use a 400-grit and sand it down ever so lightly. I've read don't do this more than twice to the washer.

roastbeef · 06-19-2018, 11:47 PM

yes, but more importantly, the washer needs a bolt through it.

MMachines · 06-21-2018, 12:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by roastbeef

yes, but more importantly, the washer needs a bolt through it.

and to not be torqued like a wheel stud.

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