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1999 Mazda Truck oil strainer
1999 MAZDA TRUCK
164,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
ROOSTER53
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Is there any way to clean oil strainer without removing oil pan
Jan 11, 2008 at 3:57 AM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,
You could use an engine oil flush, this will help break down the sludge deposits, but to really clean it properly the sump will have to be removed.
Mark (mhpautos)
Jan 11, 2008 at 4:08 AM
RASMATAZ
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You can try running diesel thru it-but the sure fix is to drop the oil pan.
Jan 11, 2008 at 4:10 AM
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