2000 Chrysler Sebring radiator drain petcock

2000 CHRYSLER SEBRING
156,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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LOOKIN4SPACE
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I just flush my radiator and the petcock won't completely shut off. It drips a little still, Since the radiator drain petcock on this car is made of plastic I don't want to force it too much, but can it be completley unscrewed so I can either clean it or replace it?
Jul 21, 2008 at 5:54 PM
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MERLIN2021
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Yes to both...if you take it out, use teflon on the threads...
Jul 21, 2008 at 5:56 PM
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