1998 Ford Ranger losing coolant through freeze plug.

1998 FORD RANGER
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ADTIF
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Engine Cooling problem
1998 Ford Ranger 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic

How would you replace the freeze plugs? What type of special tools are required to make the repair?
Oct 23, 2008 at 4:51 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Hi adtif and welcome to 2carpros

Drill the center of the plug and pry it open with a screwdriver or use a slidehammer if you have one-
Oct 23, 2008 at 4:59 PM
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