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Summary: Learn how to remove the drain cap to drain the oil in your car as an expert mechanic demonstrates his oil changing technique in this free car maintenance video.
Kirby Witt has been involved in the auto industry for many years. His grandfather had a Mobil Service Station for 60 years. At age 17, Kirby started his first auto body shop in South...read more
"Next we are going to drain the oil from the vehicle by removing the drain plug which is an oil pan. It is best if you can use a socket so you don't strip the drain plug that can be pretty tight at times. I recommend us using a hand wrench, not an air tool. Select the appropriate size socket. You've got a creeper, it comes in handy and slide under there, take this plug out, let the oil drain into the drain pan. "
eHow Article: How to Drain Oil From Car