Hello, the radiator drain plug will be a the bottom edge of the radiator, facing the engine (passenger side). If you drain the coolant, be sure to catch it with a pan of some sort, and properly dispose of it.
Q. How do you remove a coolant plug?
Tap the freeze plugs in the middle until they pop out of the motor block. Use the pliers to remove them. There is also a tool for removing freeze plugs; with this tool you can drill a hole in the middle of the plug and then pull it out.
Table of Contents
- Q. How do you remove a coolant plug?
- Q. Where is the radiator drain petcock?
- Q. How can I flush my radiator at home?
- Q. Do you really need to flush your radiator?
- Q. What happens if you dump antifreeze?
- Q. Can brake fluid go down the drain?
- Q. Does O’Reilly take used antifreeze?
- Q. Does AutoZone accept used antifreeze?
Q. Where is the radiator drain petcock?
A radiator drain petcock is usually located above the bottom of the radiator. So even if you can open it, you’re not draining the radiator completely. That’s why shops always remove the lower radiator hose. That drains the entire radiator AND most of the coolant from the engine.
Q. How can I flush my radiator at home?
How Do You Do a Radiator Flush?
- Open the radiator cap and coolant reservoir cap.
- Find the radiator drain by consulting the owner’s manual.
- Once the container is properly situated, open the drain.
- Pour in your radiator flush as directed and fill the rest with water to about an inch below the top of the radiator opening.
Q. Do you really need to flush your radiator?
Generally speaking, you should flush your radiator once every five years or every 100,000 miles that you drive. If you notice any debris, rust or corrosion on your radiator, flush your radiator or have a mechanic perform a radiator flush as soon as possible.
Q. What happens if you dump antifreeze?
No matter what happens, do not pour your old antifreeze down the drain. Despite the fact that it is somewhat diluted by water in the engine, antifreeze contains toxic chemicals like ethylene glycol, propylene glycol, and methanol — all of which are toxic to humans and animals alike.
Q. Can brake fluid go down the drain?
Absolutely not. Brake fluid should never be poured into a sink, storm drain, septic tank or on the ground. Old brake fluid removed from cars or trucks is considered hazardous waste and it must be taken to a treatment facility for its proper and legal disposal.
Q. Does O’Reilly take used antifreeze?
O’Reilly Auto Parts collects used motor oil, automotive batteries, transmission fluid, gear oil and oil filters for recycling — free of charge. It is required that containers are returned to customers. Used antifreeze/coolant is considered hazardous waste so we are unable to recycle it in our stores.
Q. Does AutoZone accept used antifreeze?
Most of the AutoZone stores will accept transmission fluid, gear oil, motor oil, and automotive oil. They are also dealers in antifreeze and brake fluids. At AutoZone, they will be sure to provide the recycling of all these fluids, all aimed at helping take care of your car and the environment at large.
