Plastic Oil Drain Plug
#31
09-03-2018, 03:46 PM
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Take cross bar off first?
I just looked at my 2018 with the 5L engine. I can't get any leverage using my finger because that bar is in the way. I can come up between with pliers.
But, I can see oil being sprayed all over hitting that bar. Is this Ford's better idea? There is plenty of room on the side for the plug.
#32
09-03-2018, 04:20 PM
Cargo Master
I just looked at my 2018 with the 5L engine. I can't get any leverage using my finger because that bar is in the way. I can come up between with pliers.
But, I can see oil being sprayed all over hitting that bar. Is this Ford's better idea? There is plenty of room on the side for the plug.
Get in there with a large drain pan (I use an 18qt Rubbermaid) and get er done.
#33
09-04-2018, 01:49 PM
#35
09-18-2018, 08:30 AM
I just looked at my 2018 with the 5L engine. I can't get any leverage using my finger because that bar is in the way. I can come up between with pliers.
But, I can see oil being sprayed all over hitting that bar. Is this Ford's better idea? There is plenty of room on the side for the plug.
I like the plastic plug and pan, it wont rust! I would much rather break the plastic plug than strip the pan with a metal one.
#36
09-18-2018, 08:42 AM
Cargo Master
I just looked at my 2018 with the 5L engine. I can't get any leverage using my finger because that bar is in the way. I can come up between with pliers.
But, I can see oil being sprayed all over hitting that bar. Is this Ford's better idea? There is plenty of room on the side for the plug.
#37
09-18-2018, 01:22 PM
Even though I do work at a Dodge dealer, I honestly don't mind doing the plastic plugs. What I do hate is Ford's inconsistency of using the quarter turn wing bolts or 8 or 10mm bolts for the felt skid plates under the F150s
Also not a fan of the multiple gaskets on the 2.7L cartridge filter cap. The one at the tip is a bare to get off even with a small flat head screwdriver. I recommend using a small pocket knife to cut that gasket off or side cutters. Getting the new one on takes some work but not terrible.
Also not a fan of the multiple gaskets on the 2.7L cartridge filter cap. The one at the tip is a bare to get off even with a small flat head screwdriver. I recommend using a small pocket knife to cut that gasket off or side cutters. Getting the new one on takes some work but not terrible.
#38
09-19-2018, 10:45 AM
Tuned
Even though I do work at a Dodge dealer, I honestly don't mind doing the plastic plugs. What I do hate is Ford's inconsistency of using the quarter turn wing bolts or 8 or 10mm bolts for the felt skid plates under the F150s
Also not a fan of the multiple gaskets on the 2.7L cartridge filter cap. The one at the tip is a bare to get off even with a small flat head screwdriver. I recommend using a small pocket knife to cut that gasket off or side cutters. Getting the new one on takes some work but not terrible.
Also not a fan of the multiple gaskets on the 2.7L cartridge filter cap. The one at the tip is a bare to get off even with a small flat head screwdriver. I recommend using a small pocket knife to cut that gasket off or side cutters. Getting the new one on takes some work but not terrible.
#40
09-01-2020, 07:40 PM
#42
09-02-2020, 05:08 PM
#43
12-11-2020, 12:59 PM
I went out into my garage today to change the oil for the first time on my 2017 3.5 Ecoboost today. I found a plastic oil drain plug instead of the usual hex head plug. After watching a few videos on You Tube to see how to remove it I decided that I would prefer to have a spare plug just in case. The questions that I have are:
Does anyone have a part number? I looked online and couldn't find the right match. Does anyone know why Ford decided to use a plastic plug? (I see it as something that will have to be continually replaced)
Thanks
Does anyone have a part number? I looked online and couldn't find the right match. Does anyone know why Ford decided to use a plastic plug? (I see it as something that will have to be continually replaced)
Thanks
Hello, i work at Vavoline and we get plenty of fords coming in with the yellow plastic twist plugs. We replace the plug every time but you will be fine to reuse the current plug for a few more times. The hot oil eventually starts to shrink the plastic and sometimes eats away at the plastic over time so you don’t want to reuse it if you notice any leaks.
#44
12-12-2020, 02:05 AM
Cargo Master
Hello, i work at Vavoline and we get plenty of fords coming in with the yellow plastic twist plugs. We replace the plug every time but you will be fine to reuse the current plug for a few more times. The hot oil eventually starts to shrink the plastic and sometimes eats away at the plastic over time so you don’t want to reuse it if you notice any leaks.
#45
12-12-2020, 09:53 AM
Fleet Mechanic
I doubt the oil shrinks the plastic. In 60k on my last EcoBoost, I never replaced the plug once. No leaks. The issue is with the o-ring. They do get flat spots, tear, and stretch. Last thing you want to do is get ready to put the plug in and fill her up on a Sunday afternoon, and find the o-ring gave out. Again, 60k, no issues. Just be sure to coat the o-ring with oil before you reinsert it.
TJ