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How to Unscrew a Stripped Engine Oil Drain Plug

Model: Fiat Punto 199, MK 3, Grandepunto , Punto EVO - Years: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
Part: Engine oil

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If the oil drain plug won't unscrew, there are several possible causes: excessive tightening or debris on the thread, such as sealing tape or worse, thread-locking adhesive, mistakenly applied by the last mechanic. The simplest method is to use a lever (a metal pipe) attached to the socket to multiply your force, but be careful not to round the edges of the plug head: once the corners are rounded, even the best socket won't grip properly.

Therefore, use high-quality sockets: polygonal, hexagonal, or ring spanners. Avoid forked or adjustable spanners with movable jaws.


Updated on 26 July 2026 by ScegliAuto


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