Radiator drain plug location

Tiny
FRITZ HEMMER
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  • 2005 CHEVROLET MALIBU
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 43,000 MILES
I removed the splash shield below the radiator, but I can't find a radiator drain valve. I am trying to drain, flush, and refill with fresh coolant. I even removed the tube fitting at the bottom on the passenger side of the radiator and vented at the top, but no coolant poured out.
Friday, July 2nd, 2010 AT 3:08 PM

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Tiny
DANNY L
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  • 5,648 POSTS
Hello, I'm Danny.

Here this the information you've requested. This is tutorial showing what is involved for a coolant drain and fill.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/coolant-flush-and-refill-all-cars

I've attached picture steps below for your car including the drain valve location. Hope this helps and thanks for using 2CarPros.
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