Having the EXACT SAME ENGINE as the OP, here's how to get that blasted stripped drain plug out:
1. Remove undershield if it hasn't bee hacked to pieces.
2. Get a large set of Channellocks adjustable jaw pliers or giant vise-grips. The more teeth, the better.
3. Grip the round outer shoulders of the drain plug (there's a lot of metal at the base of the plug).
4. Give a good hard yank. It might need to be repeated several times.
This plug is DESIGNED to strip the 10mm bolt head precisely so it cannot be over-torqued!!! Thankfully it can be removed with a large set of Channellocks or similar pliers.
A Fumoto valve will not work since the bolt is located at the lowest point of the drain pan on a car with maybe 6" of ground clearance, and it's pointed straight down.
Best plan is to get out the old plug, get a new OEM one, and change own oil from now on!
1. Remove undershield if it hasn't bee hacked to pieces.
2. Get a large set of Channellocks adjustable jaw pliers or giant vise-grips. The more teeth, the better.
3. Grip the round outer shoulders of the drain plug (there's a lot of metal at the base of the plug).
4. Give a good hard yank. It might need to be repeated several times.
This plug is DESIGNED to strip the 10mm bolt head precisely so it cannot be over-torqued!!! Thankfully it can be removed with a large set of Channellocks or similar pliers.
A Fumoto valve will not work since the bolt is located at the lowest point of the drain pan on a car with maybe 6" of ground clearance, and it's pointed straight down.
Best plan is to get out the old plug, get a new OEM one, and change own oil from now on!
