How I Didn't Replace Oil Drain Plug Washer in 100k Miles / Must you Replace Oil Drain Bolt Washers?

Find out how I didn't replace oil drain plug washer in 100K miles on my car; this begs the question: Must you replace oil drain bolt washer when doing oil changes? If you're asking can crush washers be used more than once, or is replacing oil drain plug washer at every oil change a must? I share my own first hand experience on this subject. Be sure to share your experience too in the comments!
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Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
0:20 - The 100k crush washer
1:08 - Transmission drain bolt crush washers
1:34 - Crush washer after 5000 miles
1:46 - My Take
#diyautoworksng #oilchange #drain #bolt #diymechanic

[@Brian_L_5168]

Same here, i never change my copper washer but Mercedes recommend it. I also never change my Toyota 2AR-FE washer. The washer gets stuck in oil pan as always !

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Thanks for sharing! At least I'm not the only one. Lol

[@mplscarsales6652]

Haven’t changed mine in over 10 years no leaks bolt doesn’t need much pressure to tighten

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Exact same experience! Mine was also over a period of 10 years 😂. Thanks for sharing.

[@ksuen106]

I’ve never changed them, never had a problem. Very basic DIYer myself, but only “crush” washer I’ve seen is the one on my motorcycle, which I’ve replaced for a car aluminum washer, and I’ve re-used that crushed crush washer and still no leaks.

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Thanks for sharing!

[@europana7]

I change mine every 2nd oil change ... flip it over because one side is still flat

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

At least I'm not alone😅 For that 100k-mile crush washer, I wasn't even flipping it as it got stuck to the bolt.

[@idontwantahandle._.]

I rarely ever change the washer. However, I just bought a pack because they are so cheap.

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Same here!

[@404notfound.....]

I usually change the crush washer at every oil change. For what it's worth It doesn't really matter much to me I guess.

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Never mind us knuckleheads 😂. You my friend are sure doing it by the book. 👍🏼

[@KingMe1]

I use the same crush washer at least 5 times

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Thanks for sharing your process!

[@jschirr]

I change it every time. Both on my honda and my toyota. It just isnt worth risking it for the miniscule cost of the washers.

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Good practice! Don't mind us knuckleheads. Lol

[@mateo...]

I change every time. Really because I was told that's what you are supposed to do. I can't imagine a crush washer not being effective at creating a seal anymore after just 1 oil change interval, but they are inexpensive so I always do it anyway.

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Definitely good practice! Thanks for sharing.

[@rngwrm]

had an acura for several years that i never changed the washer, and it never leaked. otoh, we replaced brake calipers on a friend's silverado, we re-used one because it was missing from the new part, and that leaked immediately. now i'm in a 4runner that just didn't have one (though i guess the last person to change the oil put the plug back in w/ an impact wrench, because i almost broke my wrist getting it out), so i went and bought a pack of them, and i don't know what i'm going to do at the next oil change. probably replace it, since i still have a spare from the last time, or maybe not, since they've got some rubbery coat on them, and i'm not even sure how much the washer deformed underneath that. i guess assess damage and make a snap decision then

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Thanks for sharing those experiences! On brakes, I'll probably make an exception giving how critical stopping is. Yea, loads of people here never replace. Wow on that overtorqued drain bolt. I think your plan makes the most sense; reassess when you get the drain bolt off.

[@donniev8181]

No! I've done two changes and used the same washer. My break in 1000 mile change and my 3500 change, same crush washer, no leakage. Mine is actually stuck to the pan, I figure thats the side that molds/crushes to fit the non flat surface of the pan, so why pull it off if it's seated so well.

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Lols at "why pull it out if it sits so well" 😅 Before I changed that 100k washer, I actually wondered if it would start leaking after I put in the new one. Don't change a winning team vibes. Lol

[@donniev8181]

@DIYAutoworksNG yeah they say the pan his minor imperfections and is not perfectly flat and the crush washer molds to those imperfections, making a tight seal. The drain plug is flat, oh well, I guess only time will tell.

[@abdul-kabiralegbe5660]

You got me at "politically correct". I've noticed that one has to loosen the drain bolt almost to the last thread at the tip before the oil starts leaking past it. At this point, I'm thinking since the oil in the pan isn't really pressurised, that the whole point behind tightening the bolt as well as the crush washer thing is redundant safety.

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Lols on politically correct. I actually wondered whether the bolt you start leaking if I changed the old veteran. Lols. You probably have a point on redundant safety. Though in an engine with significant blow-by and PCV clogging, the pressure should increase though. Someone here, said they never changed theirs in 10 years 😂

[@TonicofSonic]

I dont use washers at all. Never had a leak.

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Wow! Never heard of this! I'm scared to try it🤔

[@TonicofSonic]

@@DIYAutoworksNG 15 years of oil changes and the only washer I ever used was on my first car. Currently running 3 vehicles this way. I am a stickler for leaks too.

[@stevediaz1533]

But mine comes free together with o rings whenever changing the filters 😅

[@king_zoid8682]

Hello bro I need you help with my car , I’ve watch one of your videos about coding data 1 year ago I need your help to reset mine back to factory It’s a 2014 c250 w204

[@king_zoid8682]

Please bro help me

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

Hey. Do you have a scan tool already?

[@OgunjobiDavid]

Please where do you get these parts? I've been trying to get here in Lagos but super difficult. Also I need a torque wrench but hardly does anyone even understands what a torque wrench is let alone having one. The only one close enough asked I go to Trade Fair. Please where do you get your tools?

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

I got those on Amazon. Yet to see them locally.

[@Hondalife_8]

I have never used a new one on all my cars

[@DIYAutoworksNG]

You have the record then. And let me guess, no leaks? Yep. 😅

[@Hondalife_8]

@DIYAutoworksNG yes no leaks so far