2001 Volkswagen Golf oil drain plug spins - won't come out.

2001 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
216,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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GRAHAMDEAN
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new used car - went to change the oil - plug spins - won't come out - do I need to replace the oil pan?
Jun 28, 2008 at 10:14 AM
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MASTERTECHTIM
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probably not. use vise grips and twist and pull to remove bolt. usually the bolt will strip before the pan, its made that way
Jun 28, 2008 at 10:45 AM
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