How to Drain Your Oil Without Removing the Plug

The engine-oil drain valve make oil changes quick and easy.

The engine-oil drain valve is the easiest way to drain your oil without removing the oil plug every time you change the oil. With an engine-oil drain valve, you can give a lever a quarter turn and oil will drain through a brass ball valve. The ball-valve design gives the oil a straight flow and creates a tight seal when closed, so oil leaks are prevented. This valve will end stripped threads and frozen drain plugs for good. The N-type drain valve comes with a nipple adapter to connect a hose for neat and easy draining.

Things You'll Need

• Wrench

Instructions

1. Remove the old drain plug with a wrench. Set the plug to the side.

2. Place a gasket over the male adapter on the drain valve to help prevent leaks.

3. Insert the drain valve with the gasket, and tighten. Use the wrench to tighten until the valve hits the oil-pan wall, but do not overtighten.

4. Make sure the valve is fully closed, and refill the crankcase.

Tips & Warnings

• If the drain valve does not touch the oil-pan wall, you may need to buy an adapter to make the drain valve fit properly.

• Be very cautious not to overtighten; the drain valve could become damaged.

References

• Quick Drain Oil Valve: The Best Way to Change Oil