How to replace the drain plug on a Dodge radiator?
How to replace the drain plug on a Dodge radiator?
Twist the radiator plug 1/8 to 1/4 of a turn clockwise to align the release notches on the plug to the locking tabs on the radiator.
How do you flush a Dodge Ram radiator?
Figure 2. Loosen the radiator drain valve and drain the coolant. After you dispose the old coolant, close the drain plug and fill the radiator with distilled water. Once again, open the drain valve and let the water drain out of the radiator. Repeat this process at least three times. Be sure to watch the water draining out of the radiator.
Why does my radiator drain plug keep leaking?
Over time, the rubber gasket can weaken and cause the plug to leak. Replacing the drain plug is fairly inexpensive and a relatively simple task to perform, although it can be a bit messy.
How do you drain coolant from a radiator?
Place a tray underneath the drain plug. Then, using your wrench, loosen the drain valve. Let it drain until it’s empty. Figure 2. Loosen the radiator drain valve and drain the coolant. After you dispose the old coolant, close the drain plug and fill the radiator with distilled water.
How do you drain coolant from a Dodge radiator?
Just turn 1/4 turn to left while pulling out on the valve and then continue turning the remaining 1/4 turn and it will open completely. You can put a small piece of tubing on the niple of the drain valve and drain your coolant into a bucket, otherwise it will splatter right on top of the frame and go everywhere.
How does the drain plug come out of a Dodge Ram?
Then radiator drain plug for the 2001 Dodge Ram models is designed so that the drain plug has to be pulled outward at the same time as the plug is being unscrewed. As long as you keep outward pressure on the plug while unscrewing it, then the plug will come out of the radiator with relative ease.
Why do I need to drain the radiator drain plug?
The drain plug also allows the radiator to be serviced by draining the coolant. Engine coolant is designed to last only so many miles or so many years before it will have to be changed.
Is the drain petcock still in my radiator?
The radiator is still in tact and the petcock is still in and holding, it just wont close…there has to be some easier fix. Has anyone else tried to flush their radiator and breake the drain petcock???
