2000 Chevrolet Lumina Radiator Drain Valve

CHEVROLET LUMINA
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PASTORMRG
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2000 Lumina, 72000 miles

I found the drain valve thanks to comments on this site. Does the valve unscrew or just pull out? It is on tight plus its plastic and I don't want to break it?
Mar 3, 2006 at 5:22 AM
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JPAM
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unscrews.. righty tighty-lefty lousey
Mar 3, 2006 at 8:24 PM
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Suggested Repair

The radiator drain valve unscrews rather than pulling out. Turn it counterclockwise to loosen, and work carefully because the plastic valve can break if forced.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 2000 Chevrolet Lumina with 72,000 miles asked whether the radiator drain valve unscrews or pulls out, noting that it was tight and plastic. The expert said it unscrews and should be turned counterclockwise to loosen.

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