How do I unplug the oil drain back holes? What do you recommend?

135,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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SLICKRICK
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Oil not draining.
Aug 28, 2011 at 12:15 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Use a screw driver to poke into the drain plug hole. Most likely there is too much sludge in the oil pan causing the drain plug hole to be clogged. If the engine is still running well, have the oil pan removed to clean the sludge. Remember to clean the oil strainer as well.

Aug 28, 2011 at 12:23 AM
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SLICKRICK
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where are the oil drain back holes located on the engine and how do I get to them?
Aug 30, 2011 at 5:13 AM
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KHLOW2008
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I am a little stumped by your question. Can you elaborate more on the question?

Aug 30, 2011 at 1:21 PM
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