Oil drain plug

MikeMLS · Post by **MikeMLS** » Sun Jul 07, 2002 1:47 am

anyone change the oil yet themselves? does the Vibe have a magnetic oil drain plug?

cruizin gt · Post by **cruizin gt** » Thu Sep 19, 2002 7:39 am

I changed my oil not too long ago, and nope, it does not have the magnetic drain plug.

Post by **NSimkins** » Thu Sep 19, 2002 7:56 am

quote:does the Vibe have a magnetic oil drain plug?What exactly is this?

NovaResource · Post by **NovaResource** » Thu Sep 19, 2002 8:17 am

A magnetic drain plug is exactly what it's called: an oil drain plug that is magnetic. What it does is attract small metal particles that get into the oil as teh engine wears. When you pull the drain plug out to change the oil, the metal particles come out with it. Just clean the plug and reinstall. It's just an extra piece security in addition to the oil filter. I have one in my Nova. I also have a magnet in my Novas transmission pan and the rear axle housing cover.

esjones · Post by **esjones** » Sun Oct 06, 2002 11:03 pm

Wouldn't this be of little value in an aluminum engine?- Earl

NovaResource · Post by **NovaResource** » Sun Oct 06, 2002 11:21 pm

The block and head are aluminum but not the entire engine. Plus, aluminum blocks have steel cylinder sleeves and rings. Aluminum would wear too quickly and does not seal as well.

Oil drain plug

Oil drain plug

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