Coolant Block Drain Plug
cmlind
02-08-2005, 08:43 AM
I am trying to change & flush the coolant in my 2000 Cherokee. The manual says to remove the block drain plug and it will syphon & gravity drain out the radiator & block. I can't seem to get a wrench on the plug. It looks like it is square, but in between the 3/8" and 1/4" rachet sizes I have. Where can I get the right tool for this?
JDPascal
02-08-2005, 10:40 AM
An automotive store will have a set of square sockets for the square head plugs you describe. Shouldn't cost more than about $20 for a set of 4 or 5 sockets. If you have 12 point sockets they will sometimes work if the plug isn't too tight but they can round off the corners if the plug is siezed.
JD
JD
cmlind
02-08-2005, 02:05 PM
Actually it is a female plug. The square hole needs a tool to fit into it. I tried Autozone, and they had no clue. Maybe I better try Napa.
JDPascal
02-08-2005, 02:19 PM
They will have them too. Try Sears or any store that sells mechanics tools... you need the 5/16 square drive.
JD
JD
cmlind
02-08-2005, 02:42 PM
I will try sears. Thanks
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