This little guy seals the oil drain point on your engine’s oil pan – that's the bottom of your engine where the oil collects. It’s basically a bolt with a sealing washer on it. When you change your oil, you remove this to let the old oil drain out, and then you screw it back in tight to hold the fresh oil. It doesn’t really do anything while the oil is in the engine except keep it contained, but it’s crucial for servicing. Think of it as the gatekeeper for your oil. It’s a direct barrier – without it, all your engine oil would just pour out and you’d be looking at some serious engine damage really quickly. It's located on the very bottom of the engine, part of the oil pan itself. It's exposed to the elements, and gets loosened and tightened with every oil change. Without a properly sealing screw plug, your engine will lose oil. You’ll notice if you have a leak pretty quickly – you’ll see oil spots where you park, and your oil pressure light will likely come on. Even a small leak can lead to big problems – overheating, engine wear, and eventually, engine failure. It’s a cheap part to replace, and a whole lot cheaper than repairing an engine damaged from oil starvation. You can find these pretty easily, Fixparts Online carries a good selection of different sizes and types. Always make sure you get the correct one for your vehicle, and it’s a good idea to replace the sealing washer each time you change your oil. Competitive edge: Screw Plug (MPN 11137568309) comes with a 12-month warranty!

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