onza120

Member

• Mar 30, 2021

• #1

Hi All,
2005 Freelander 1 TD4

Can anyone recommend the best tool to use to remove the Filler Plug? I've heard nasty stories about rounding and want to ensure my 1st attempt is successful as possible.Also I've heard drain plug is same size?

Took a lot at previous posts but the links to the tool are dead. Also am I best tackling this under the car removing the sump guard or is there other methods?

Thanks in advance

 

Last edited: Mar 30, 2021

Arctic2

Well-Known Member

• Mar 30, 2021

• #2

Manual gearbox drain, & filler plug tools, use a good socket over the tool not a bar through them.
Drain Plug Key Set 5pc Double Ended Oil Sump Axle Gearbox Drain Plug Tool 5056042008110 | eBay

 

onza120

Member

• Mar 30, 2021

• #3

Arctic2 said:

Manual gearbox drain, & filler plug tools, use a good socket over the tool not a bar through them.
Drain Plug Key Set 5pc Double Ended Oil Sump Axle Gearbox Drain Plug Tool 5056042008110 | eBay

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Thank you! have ordered.

 

teddywood1

Well-Known Member

• Mar 30, 2021

• #4

you need a six point socket not a 12 as you are in danger of destroying the bolt have the engine warm as well it helps

 

Alibro

Well-Known Member

• Mar 30, 2021

• #5

It's just an Allen bolt but normal Allen keys are too awkward to get at it so I use an Allen that fits my 1/4" socket set. It's still awkward but doable.

 

Arctic2

Well-Known Member

• Mar 31, 2021

• #6

Drain plug tool in action.

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seal changed on R40 diesel.

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Pump bottle used to refill.

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onza120

Member

• Mar 31, 2021

• #7

Thanks all for the replies