*Question regarding the installation of a new oil drain plug washer...*
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*Question regarding the installation of a new oil drain plug washer...*
I know it's probally a stupid "newbie" question to ask but which side of the washer should be facing when installing. I personally never seen a washer like this before(I'm used to the flat washers) I'm going to be changing my oil tomorrow morning,So any help will be appreciated. Thanks.
Here are some pics:
Here are some pics:
#5
you want the flat side of the washer to butt up against the bolt. You want the rounded side of the washer to face the oil pan so it "crushes" against the oil pan, which is more likely to have surface "irregularities" more so than a bolt.
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Originally posted by bill99gxe
you want the flat side of the washer to butt up against the bolt. You want the rounded side of the washer to face the oil pan so it "crushes" against the oil pan, which is more likely to have surface "irregularities" more so than a bolt.
you want the flat side of the washer to butt up against the bolt. You want the rounded side of the washer to face the oil pan so it "crushes" against the oil pan, which is more likely to have surface "irregularities" more so than a bolt.
#11
Originally posted by 00MaxSE
Do we get these at the dealer?
Do we get these at the dealer?
On a side note, this is the first time I've changed my washer and I discovered I had 2 very thin copper washers mashed up against the bolt. I don't know who did that, but I wasn't impressed with how much trouble they were to pry and mangle off.
#12
On a side note, this is the first time I've changed my washer and I discovered I had 2 very thin copper washers mashed up against the bolt. I don't know who did that, but I wasn't impressed with how much trouble they were to pry and mangle off.
#16
Originally Posted by bill99gxe
Either yes or don't use one at all. I haven't had a leakage issue whether I have used one or not.
I am with Bill on this. My mechanic has been reusing that an old washer for two years. Last week when I did the oil change myself, I decided to change it anyway cause it costs ~$0.60.
Based on the original position, I put the washer up on top of the drain plug as picture #1.
#17
I have been doing oil changes on my vehicles for 30 years and have never replaced a washer, never had oil leak from the drain plug either. Had my Max (2000 SE) for 7 months now and have done 2 oil changes and have not replaced the washer and there is NO leak. When I do an oil change, I make sure to clean both mating surfaces (plug and pan). If a leak develops there then maybe I'll change my position on changing washers.http://forums.maxima.org/newreply.ph...ply&p=2484781#
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Originally Posted by SunMax
I am with Bill on this. My mechanic has been reusing that an old washer for two years. Last week when I did the oil change myself, I decided to change it anyway cause it costs ~$0.60.
Based on the original position, I put the washer up on top of the drain plug as picture #1.
Based on the original position, I put the washer up on top of the drain plug as picture #1.
#18
My wifes 93 Sable has been leaking from the drain plug for a long time. I went to PepBoys to see if they had a copper washer for her car.
They had two types of drain plug washers:
1)Nylon (with three raised inner rings on both surfaces)
2)Gasket material
I opted for the Nylon and the leak stopped. These came in a pack of 3 for $0.99. I'm thinking about switching to these for the Maxima, no use is spending $0.90 (my dealer price) on copper crush rings. I'll post a picture later.
They had two types of drain plug washers:
1)Nylon (with three raised inner rings on both surfaces)
2)Gasket material
I opted for the Nylon and the leak stopped. These came in a pack of 3 for $0.99. I'm thinking about switching to these for the Maxima, no use is spending $0.90 (my dealer price) on copper crush rings. I'll post a picture later.
#21
I just did a change in the 04 Max yesterday. 5th one since wife has had the car. I tried to get the washer off but couldnt. Just left it on there. I've been doing oil changes for over 20 years and never had a leak due to a washer not being used or replaced.
#25
Originally Posted by Joe Fontinyatz
i still don't understand the point of using a washer on the drain plug. the FSM says to, but seems nobody cares. and in reality, seems doesnt make a difference. or am i wrong?
#26
Originally Posted by Pervis Anathema
I have had my car for over 4 years. In that time, I have changed my oil 23 times. Of those 23 oil changes, I have never replaced the drain plug gasket and I have had never had a leak from the drain plug.
im still feeling like getting one just cause the FSM says so just to feel complete. just dont know why they only tell u to run some oil around the rubber seal on the oil filter and not put any inside.
#28
Originally Posted by pruizgarcia
I have never replaced the washer and have never had a leak. My thinking is, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it".
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#29
Originally Posted by Joe Fontinyatz
yeah.. i guess that washer was one of nissans back-up plans for an anti-leak situation
im still feeling like getting one just cause the FSM says so just to feel complete. just dont know why they only tell u to run some oil around the rubber seal on the oil filter and not put any inside.
im still feeling like getting one just cause the FSM says so just to feel complete. just dont know why they only tell u to run some oil around the rubber seal on the oil filter and not put any inside.
cause if you do on the VG it will all leak out when you install it, but on a VE its a good idea
#31
Changed the oil 14 times on my Max so far, I think the original washer is still on the plug... Never replaced it and never seen any signs of leakage... What I do is before I drain the oil, check the oil pan for signs of leaking and if I see any around the plug means it may be leaking, if not - all good... Drain and replace...
#32
Originally Posted by Brushedpewter
same here. My dealer gave me that washer but I just put it somewhere. I'm still on the original drain plug and washer, meaning it came from the factory.
#34
Originally Posted by kcryan
Pliers should get it off, cant be that hard its just a little piece of metal man, get some muscle in there....
This is coming from the dealer that we leased a new altima from. The engine flodded once, cam position sensor broke, the windows rattle inside the doors had to be "welded" several times, the drivers door handle is broken, engine is leaking oil even AFTER getting this fixed at the dealer, and engine sometimes magically loses power on the freeway. The leased car is 2002 Nissan Altima.
My car is a 1999 altima, if that happened to my car I would of burned it or driven into Mexico and left the keys in the ignition. Seriously no more Nissans, my car is problematic too.
#35
Originally Posted by Brushedpewter
My car is a 1999 altima, if that happened to my car I would of burned it or driven into Mexico and left the keys in the ignition. Seriously no more Nissans, my car is problematic too.
#38
Originally Posted by maximas2005
Does anybody know how to replace the sparkplugs on a 95 Max????
#40
Originally Posted by maxout!
someone probably already recommended this. here it is again
FRAM sure drain oil plug/valve
get it, use it, live it!
FRAM sure drain oil plug/valve
FRAM sure drain oil plug/valve
FRAM sure drain oil plug/valve
FRAM sure drain oil plug/valve
get it, use it, live it!
FRAM sure drain oil plug/valve
FRAM sure drain oil plug/valve
FRAM sure drain oil plug/valve