Engine oil pan drain plug thread stripped

Asked by FireInMyLungz Feb 23, 2020 at 01:53 PM about the 2010 Scion tC Base

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I have an oil pan that has stripped threads, it just spins
clockwise and also counterclockwise. I'm ready to tap it
and use an insert but my only problem is I can't get this
darn drain plug out! Any ideas? Please and thank you!

2 Answers

F_O_R answered 4 years ago

Perhaps vise grips will work. Pull and turn at the same time.

1 people found this helpful.
Mark helpful

FireInMyLungz answered 4 years ago

I've tried that, but I'm about to try again, anything else might help with that? Tips or tricks? It's driving me nuts!! I'm ready to tap the hole but i just need to remove this damn stubborn drain plug!

Mark helpful

Your Answer:

Related Questions

Own this car?

Share your experience with others.

2010 Scion tC

Write a car review

Review another car

Shortcuts

Search Scion tC Questions

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    Heath Niles
    Reputation
    90
  • #2
    Muhammad Zaid
    Reputation
    70
  • #2
    Phil Likins
    Reputation
    70
View All

Know more, shop wisely

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used Honda Civic
1,371 Great Deals out of 26,223 listings starting at $1,299
Used Toyota Camry
1,801 Great Deals out of 29,344 listings starting at $1,416
Used Toyota Corolla
1,355 Great Deals out of 21,195 listings starting at $1,400
Used Ford F-150
6,272 Great Deals out of 143,708 listings starting at $1,000
Used Ford Mustang
1,061 Great Deals out of 19,980 listings starting at $2,495
Used Honda Accord
1,490 Great Deals out of 30,125 listings starting at $1,250
Used Toyota Tacoma
2,205 Great Deals out of 44,146 listings starting at $3,999
Used Dodge Charger
844 Great Deals out of 18,737 listings starting at $985
Used Jeep Wrangler
3,072 Great Deals out of 62,504 listings starting at $3,999
Used Lexus IS
290 Great Deals out of 4,613 listings starting at $3,697
Used Chevrolet Silverado 1500
4,147 Great Deals out of 115,924 listings starting at $1,880
Used BMW 3 Series
1,083 Great Deals out of 13,314 listings starting at $1,000
Used GMC Sierra 1500
1,922 Great Deals out of 65,104 listings starting at $2,199
Used Toyota RAV4
1,779 Great Deals out of 26,413 listings starting at $2,900

Used Cars For Sale

2016 Scion tC Base For Sale
21 listings starting at $9,891
2015 Scion tC Base For Sale
3 Great Deals out of 30 listings starting at $6,700
2014 Scion tC Base For Sale
22 listings starting at $5,599
2013 Scion tC Base For Sale
4 listings starting at $8,495
2012 Scion tC Base For Sale
2 listings

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.