Where is coolant drain plug?

[maxl1961]

I had hard time to locate my 95 3.2 V6 Rodeo coolant drain plug. planning to do it in the coming labor day weekend, Like to hear some suggestions before I jack it up again. Thank you very much.

-Maxl

[redbug]

Hello,

I know it has one but I can't remember exactly where.. I believe you have to take the gaurd off that allows you access to the oil filter... My rodeo had one because I remember draining it to get the water pump out. Its on the bottom of the radiator, as most are, and I believe it opens in toward the engine....

My fathers 2000 Blazer did not have one!

[surferfletch]

There is a coolant drain plug on the driver's side of the block. You can make about a quarter turn of that plug at a time. Tight spot. I've always used it when flushing and replacing coolant because it seemed to me a lot of coolant remained in the block if you just drained with the lower hose. I had to go out and get a 28mm socket for it, I think, and I had to use a breaker bar on it the first time. Enjoy!

http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbul...ght=drain+plug

[kutza]

My 92 has a drain on the pass side, bottom of the rad. engine side. I suggest getting a pair of plier to turn it, and also replace it while you have it out.

Originally Posted by maxl1961

I had hard time to locate my 95 3.2 V6 Rodeo coolant drain plug. planning to do it in the coming labor day weekend, Like to hear some suggestions before I jack it up again. Thank you very much.

-Maxl

[trooperbc]

Originally Posted by kutza

My 92 has a drain on the pass side, bottom of the rad. engine side. I suggest getting a pair of plier to turn it, and also replace it while you have it out.

yeh, he was asking about the radiator drain plug, like you're talking about.
however, most people, including me, just remove the bottom radiator hose. it makes it a little easier -- coolant's going everywhere regardless -- but removing the hose dumps more out faster for more flushing action.

the first time i removed that hose (just the radiator end btw), it was a pain because the hose clamp was in a *very* awkward orientation. now it's lots easier. i've never liked those plastic radiator plugs -- on other cars i've twisted too many off, or had the threads get screwed, and if you don't have the right seal you're screwed too.

btw, most don't bother with the block drains either -- more trouble and chance of unintended consequences than worth the little extra you get out.

btw2 -- don't forget to open the heater all the way before you empty and refill the coolant. have fun.

anyway, that's my 3 cents. . .


/bc

[maxl1961]

Thank you all for providing me valuable information. Already have 2 Gallons coolant ready. Can not wait for the Labour Day weekend. Do I really need destillated water or just use regular water?

Last weekend, after > 8 hrs work. I replaced my valve cover gaskets. After washed all the messy grease under my car. I think it's about time to crawl under my car again.

PS. For my 95 2WD V3.2 V6 Auto. I couldn't find the transmission fluid drain plug.

I will update my status when it is avaiable. Thanks again.

[surferfletch]

Use distilled. It's cheap and doesn't have the mineral content of tap water. Pick up 2 gallons at the grocery store. It's about as much trouble as...well...draining the block!

[trooperbc]

Originally Posted by surferfletch

...It's about as much trouble as...well...draining the block!

hahaha surferfletch. but back in july 2004 you didn't think it was such an easy thing -- read it and remember
http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbul...d.php?t=264671
"coolant drain plugs on block" started by surferfletch



or maybe it's just that your shopping trips are, well, trips. . .


/bc

[surferfletch]

I thought you'd bring that up! First time sucked, but I can do it in a flash now!

[maxl1961]

Done!
In less than one hour. Flush the coolant to the bucket. Not forgot to put to the maximum heat. Use garden hose to flush it for about 10-min. while I was removing the white container and clean it. I couldn't find 28mm, 1 1/8 socket works although less than perfect. 1 Gal coolant + 1 Gal distilled water. Feel good about my engine and myself.

[surferfletch]

It's a breeze compared to the valve cover gaskets, eh!?

[maxl1961]

When I woke up in the morning, I realized my radiator drain was not removed. Does that mean most of the coolant in the radiator is not flushed? When I used garden hose to pour water into the radiator, water was coming out from the block drain. I noticed there were 2 big black hose to/from the radiator. Since the thermostat was not open. How flush water can go from the top of radiator to the bottom? Confused!