Answer by 380Lover for Dealership Installed "Oversized" Oil Drain Plug As...
If properly installed, an oversize oil plug is a viable 'repair' and much easier than pulling an engine just to replace an oil pan with a new one. If the plug seals, it will last for many years....
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you have to consider that the sump is under slight pressure.Ever heard of oil pressure?Hot liquids expand to, this is why there is a recommendation with each vehicle to only put so much oil in the...
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UPDATE & ANSWERAfter some research, I discovered that any future engine work will not be guaranteed when an over sized plug is installed - compared to having the factory supplied plug correctly...
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I would be satisfied with the repair. I would push for some free service, maybe a couple of free oil changes. Demand a refund for the service you paid for when the damage was discovered I would also...
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In this question, we discuss stripped oil pan threads.I learned it is a result of user error - over tightening and cross threading, by the dealership I consistently go to. Many people have come across...
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