2.7L oil drain plug

asdfjkl · 08-22-2007, 05:58 AM

I'm getting ready to do my first oil change on a 2007 Tacoma with the 2.7L 4 cyl. A quick question: Is there a gasket or crush washer on the oil drain plug that needs to be replaced at each oil change?

Banshee · 08-22-2007, 07:27 AM

Yes there is a gasket. Get it at your local dealer, they should have a bunch behind the counter and they are only a few bucks or so.

nd · 08-22-2007, 08:20 AM

whoa whoa whoa, you have to replace a gasket at each oil change? I changed the oil in all my vehicles myself and have never had to replace a gasket. This doesn't make sense to me. You cant just unscrew the plug and screw it back in when your done?

tacopuppy · 08-22-2007, 09:51 AM

I reuse one time just to be safe and for my own assurance. this works well for me. as stated you can get the gasket from your dealer, but don't even think about paying a few bucks for it. You should be paying no more than a dollar for those gaskets, max.

Bassetdad · 08-08-2008, 12:37 PM

Since we are discussing drain plugs, which "MM" socket do I need for a 01 - 2.7?

6 point or twelve point socket?

Thanks in Advance..

chris4x4 · 08-08-2008, 02:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bassetdad

Since we are discussing drain plugs, which "MM" socket do I need for a 01 - 2.7?

6 point or twelve point socket?

Thanks in Advance..

Always use a 6 point socket. Cant remember the mm, sorry.

dually · 08-08-2008, 02:30 PM

12 or 14 i believe. If you cant get a gasket, just put some gasket sealant or dont worry about it. If its threaded correctly, it wont leak.

Zebra · 08-08-2008, 04:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by asdfjkl

I'm getting ready to do my first oil change on a 2007 Tacoma with the 2.7L 4 cyl. A quick question: Is there a gasket or crush washer on the oil drain plug that needs to be replaced at each oil change?

fumoto it be done with it. the fumoto drain valve will make your life so much easier.

BeefTaco · 08-08-2008, 05:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bassetdad

Since we are discussing drain plugs, which "MM" socket do I need for a 01 - 2.7?

6 point or twelve point socket?

Thanks in Advance..

A 14 mm socket or box end wrench

beastlytaco · 08-08-2008, 05:44 PM

yeah when i change my oil i dont replace a gasket. i just remove plug and replace it.

Bassetdad · 08-13-2008, 05:55 AM

Thanks for the info on the socket size & how number of points it was.

CometKat · 08-13-2008, 01:02 PM

I reused the crush gasket on my old truck for about ten years before I replaced it.

NavyNate06 · 09-23-2008, 07:00 AM

theres supposed to be a gasket there? mine never even had one, i bought it used. i've never had any leakage or problems. just german torque it. i don't even think my old mazda had one.

mws4ua · 09-23-2008, 07:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nd

whoa whoa whoa, you have to replace a gasket at each oil change? I changed the oil in all my vehicles myself and have never had to replace a gasket. This doesn't make sense to me. You cant just unscrew the plug and screw it back in when your done?

Quote:

Originally Posted by NavyNate06

theres supposed to be a gasket there? mine never even had one, i bought it used. i've never had any leakage or problems. just german torque it. i don't even think my old mazda had one.

I got one when I did my first oil change a while back. It was $1.00 at the local stealership. I don't know if it's necessary, but all new trucks should come with one. If your truck doesn't have one, then the previous owner didn't replace it. Again... I don't know if it's necessary, but it's on the new trucks, so I keep it on mine.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zebra

fumoto it be done with it. the fumoto drain valve will make your life so much easier.

Since my last change I bought one of these. (That's a link directly to the type needed for Toyota engines.) I'll put it on next time and never have to worry about the washers or drain plug again. I put one on my wife's car a few weeks ago, too.

Mace · 10-04-2008, 04:33 AM

I work for a dealership and if not over tightend you can reuse the gaskets as long as they are the origanal ones, because the origanal ones are metal with a rubber coating. Most of the ones that are sold are just rubber and they will split after you use them 1 time. Or some dealers carry the metal ones. but if that gasket looks smooshed or cracked you need to replace it.

350TacoZilla · 10-08-2008, 12:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mws4ua

I got one when I did my first oil change a while back. It was $1.00 at the local stealership. I don't know if it's necessary, but all new trucks should come with one. If your truck doesn't have one, then the previous owner didn't replace it. Again... I don't know if it's necessary, but it's on the new trucks, so I keep it on mine.

Since my last change I bought one of these. (That's a link directly to the type needed for Toyota engines.) I'll put it on next time and never have to worry about the washers or drain plug again. I put one on my wife's car a few weeks ago, too.

not to be a party killer or anything but a buddy of mine had one of those valves on his oil pan and when offroading a stick hit it and drained oil out while he was just motoring along... luckily he stopped when oil light came on and we all had enough oil to get it back to "safe" level...but this wasnt a hardcore trail with tons of branches it was just a little path... so I think they make those valves alittle too easy to get open...also if any ass wants to at the mall they can just hit the valve and bye bye oil

chris4x4 · 10-08-2008, 05:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 350TacoZilla

not to be a party killer or anything but a buddy of mine had one of those valves on his oil pan and when offroading a stick hit it and drained oil out while he was just motoring along... luckily he stopped when oil light came on and we all had enough oil to get it back to "safe" level...but this wasnt a hardcore trail with tons of branches it was just a little path... so I think they make those valves alittle too easy to get open...also if any ass wants to at the mall they can just hit the valve and bye bye oil

LOL, A friend of mine hit his on a rock! Broke the valve. Fortunatly, he had his stock plug in his tool box. We installed the plug, put in some oil, and he has never looked at those valves again.

Bassetdad · 10-13-2008, 10:11 AM

I just unscrew the drain plug, drain the dirty oil & reinstall the drain plug. I never have replaceed the cork washer.

Toynbyu · 10-31-2008, 04:37 PM

Never changed the gasket for 11 years

Zebra · 11-02-2008, 07:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 350TacoZilla

not to be a party killer or anything but a buddy of mine had one of those valves on his oil pan and when offroading a stick hit it and drained oil out while he was just motoring along... luckily he stopped when oil light came on and we all had enough oil to get it back to "safe" level...but this wasnt a hardcore trail with tons of branches it was just a little path... so I think they make those valves alittle too easy to get open...also if any ass wants to at the mall they can just hit the valve and bye bye oil

isn't this the purpose of having skid plates?

08-22-2007, 05:58 AM	#1
asdfjkl Junior Member Joined: Jul 2007, #2043 Posts: 8	2.7L oil drain plug I'm getting ready to do my first oil change on a 2007 Tacoma with the 2.7L 4 cyl. A quick question: Is there a gasket or crush washer on the oil drain plug that needs to be replaced at each oil change?

08-22-2007, 07:27 AM	#2
Banshee The one you are not! Joined: Sep 2006, #7 Location: Seattle'ish, WA Age: 31 Gender: Dude Posts: 1,038 2003 White Xtracab TRD Auto 2003 Xtra Cab Automatic 5VZ-FE Scangauge II Bilstein 5100's OME 880's Deckplate Mod.	Yes there is a gasket. Get it at your local dealer, they should have a bunch behind the counter and they are only a few bucks or so. __________________ The 2 Rigs. 2008 FJC with Minor mods, ARB Bullbar with Warn M8000, cobra 75 WXST, Firestik 4', Bandi mount, ARB CKMA12, custom made rear cargo box. 2003 Tacoma. Xtracab, Auto, TRD, Bilstein 5100's, OME 880's Scangauge II, Deckplate mod. http://www.treadlightly.org/

08-22-2007, 08:20 AM	#3
nd AKA: "The Velour Fog" Joined: Mar 2007, #1047 Location: Greenville, SC Age: 27 Gender: Guy Posts: 7,587 07 TRD Off-Road 4x4 debadged 2007 Double Cab Automatic V6 De badged, 5100's, Black Toyota Baja wheels	whoa whoa whoa, you have to replace a gasket at each oil change? I changed the oil in all my vehicles myself and have never had to replace a gasket. This doesn't make sense to me. You cant just unscrew the plug and screw it back in when your done? __________________ When life gives you lemons, just say 'Fuck the lemons,' and bail.

08-08-2008, 12:37 PM	#5
Bassetdad Senior Member Joined: Jun 2008, #7363 Location: Harrison, Ohio Age: 54 Gender: Male Posts: 104 2001 De-Badged SR5 Access Cab 2.7 / 5m 2001 Access Cab Manual 2.7 PIAA Headlights and driving lights Clear Taillights Tinted Windows – 50% Black T-Rex 5-piece grill Access bed cover	Since we are discussing drain plugs, which "MM" socket do I need for a 01 - 2.7? 6 point or twelve point socket? Thanks in Advance.. __________________ The more people I meet the more I like my Basset Hounds http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Basset_Hound_Rescue_Relay/

08-08-2008, 05:44 PM	#10
beastlytaco Doomsday Squad Joined: Jun 2008, #7660 Location: north carolina Gender: Dude Posts: 2,149 08 tacoma standard cab 2008 Regular Cab Automatic 2.7L 4 banger 15% tinted back window, 25% on sides. Jardine catback exhaust system. horn modification, AFE pro dry S filter and secondary filter removed. hopefully some wheels and tires next year. All weather toyota tacoma mats.	yeah when i change my oil i dont replace a gasket. i just remove plug and replace it. __________________ "Carpe Diem baby"

08-22-2007, 09:51 AM	#4
tacopuppy Member Joined: Nov 2006, #286 Posts: 37	I reuse one time just to be safe and for my own assurance. this works well for me. as stated you can get the gasket from your dealer, but don't even think about paying a few bucks for it. You should be paying no more than a dollar for those gaskets, max.

08-08-2008, 02:30 PM	#7
dually Northern Alliance: Boost Boy Joined: Jul 2008, #8205 Location: Your Basement Age: 17 Gender: Dude Posts: 831 1998 2WD 2.4L 1998 Regular Cab Automatic 2.4L Custom CAI, Gibson Cat-Back Exhaust, CrankCase Breathers, ScanGuageII, Pioneer Headunit, Infinity Reference 6.5s, 2- 8" Kicker Comp Subs, Blue LEDs in cab, Eibach Drop Coils (1"), Steel Drop Blocks (3"), KYB GR2 Shocks, 18" Rims	12 or 14 i believe. If you cant get a gasket, just put some gasket sealant or dont worry about it. If its threaded correctly, it wont leak.

08-13-2008, 05:55 AM	#11
Bassetdad Senior Member Joined: Jun 2008, #7363 Location: Harrison, Ohio Age: 54 Gender: Male Posts: 104 2001 De-Badged SR5 Access Cab 2.7 / 5m 2001 Access Cab Manual 2.7 PIAA Headlights and driving lights Clear Taillights Tinted Windows – 50% Black T-Rex 5-piece grill Access bed cover	Thanks for the info on the socket size & how number of points it was. __________________ The more people I meet the more I like my Basset Hounds http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Basset_Hound_Rescue_Relay/

08-13-2008, 01:02 PM	#12
CometKat Senior Member Joined: Apr 2008, #6182 Location: Carson City NV Posts: 270 08 Tacoma 4X4 Regular Cab SR5 2008 Regular Cab Manual	I reused the crush gasket on my old truck for about ten years before I replaced it.

09-23-2008, 07:00 AM	#13
NavyNate06 Junior Member Joined: Jan 2008, #4147 Location: Jacksonville, FL Age: 24 Posts: 24 99 Tacoma SR5 1999 Access Cab Manual 2.7L 4cyl RevTech 3 inch lift, custom snorkel, homebuilt light bar, custom rattle can paint job, lc headers, flowmaster super 44 w/ 2.5" pipe	theres supposed to be a gasket there? mine never even had one, i bought it used. i've never had any leakage or problems. just german torque it. i don't even think my old mazda had one.

10-04-2008, 04:33 AM	#15
Mace Junior Member Joined: Sep 2008, #9358 Location: New York Posts: 12 08 SR5 Access Cab 4x4 2008 Access Cab Automatic 4.0 V6 TRD Rims	I work for a dealership and if not over tightend you can reuse the gaskets as long as they are the origanal ones, because the origanal ones are metal with a rubber coating. Most of the ones that are sold are just rubber and they will split after you use them 1 time. Or some dealers carry the metal ones. but if that gasket looks smooshed or cracked you need to replace it.

10-13-2008, 10:11 AM	#18
Bassetdad Senior Member Joined: Jun 2008, #7363 Location: Harrison, Ohio Age: 54 Gender: Male Posts: 104 2001 De-Badged SR5 Access Cab 2.7 / 5m 2001 Access Cab Manual 2.7 PIAA Headlights and driving lights Clear Taillights Tinted Windows – 50% Black T-Rex 5-piece grill Access bed cover	I just unscrew the drain plug, drain the dirty oil & reinstall the drain plug. I never have replaceed the cork washer. __________________ The more people I meet the more I like my Basset Hounds http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Basset_Hound_Rescue_Relay/

10-31-2008, 04:37 PM	#19
Toynbyu Member Joined: Oct 2008, #10131 Location: Central Virginia Age: 43 Gender: Male Posts: 33 98 Tacoma 4X4 1998 Regular Cab Manual 2.7L 3" Susp lift, ARB bumper, 9K Warn winch, Borla SS Cat back, Iron Pig custom built rear bumper and rock sliders.	gasket Never changed the gasket for 11 years

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