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oil drain plug

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by whozyer, Nov 15, 2021.

  1. Nov 15, 2021 at 7:29 AM
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    whozyer

    whozyer [OP] New Member

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    Had oil changed ..next day leaking at plug. Question is does the plug have a gasket? a quarter turn fixed the drip
     
  2. Nov 15, 2021 at 7:34 AM
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    TACO TX

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    I have noticed that my wife's Rav 4 sometimes loosens up if not properly torqued. Usually snugging it up again will solve the issue.
     
  3. Nov 15, 2021 at 7:35 AM
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    guyfromky

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    Did you change the crush washer?
     
  4. Nov 15, 2021 at 7:36 AM
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    A new drain plug/crush washer wouldn't cost much at the dealer.
     
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  5. Nov 15, 2021 at 7:37 AM
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    tahoeskitaco

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    Also check that the previous washer isn’t stuck to the pan.
     
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  6. Nov 15, 2021 at 2:50 PM
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    WOODY2

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    Get a Fumoto valve and never worry again.
     
  7. Nov 15, 2021 at 3:51 PM
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    whozyer

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    ok thanks for replies
     
  8. Nov 15, 2021 at 4:46 PM
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    Dm93

    Dm93 Test Don't Guess

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    This is what you need right here, I replace mine every other oil change.
    Drain Plug Gasket.jpg
     
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  9. Nov 15, 2021 at 6:40 PM
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    Naveronski

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    This, 100%. Very much worth the modest cost.
     

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