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Radiator drain plug replacement
2005 CHEVROLET COBALT
165,000 MILES • 2.0L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
HARDTIMES47586
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How do i change the radiator drain plug ?
May 16, 2021 at 7:38 AM
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STEVE W.
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If it's the factory plug design, it unscrews out of the radiator. There is an o-ring that tends to stick in the drain so it may take a small amount of force to pull it free. Then if it's the factory part it should have two retainer prongs.
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May 16, 2021 at 1:53 PM
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