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Hey guys,

I tried to dig via the search function on the forum topics but couldn't find anything helpful.

I have a 2010 A22 (non-salt series) and looking for a easy method to complete an oil change. Is there a drain plug somewhere? I have a electric pump but it worked 1 time and now it doesn't pump anymore (even with hot oil) and I want to avoid purchasing a new 50$ pump - I want to do it the oil way (drain plug) if possible.

Let me know

Mike

On my '13 there is drain hose. Its secured near the top of the engine.

I think that 2013's have many fancy new things that I don't have... unless someone can confirm that I'm blind and that my 2010 should have one

Passenger side toward seat back is a 3/8 hose with a brass cap on it and it's clipped to the top bracket just behind the valve cover

Nice nice - you made my day knowing that I won't need that darn dipstick pump! Do I need the oil hot to drain from there or is it possible to drain the majority in 30 degree weather?

At the top of this picture where the paper tags are is where it will be attached



It's a hose screwed into the drain plug hole in the pan, I'm not sure if it will reach the bilge drain hole or not but it's worth a try.

Awesome! I will check tonight. Thank you.

Hope your drain hose is longer than mine. The end of the hose on my boat daylights flush with the outside face of the thru-hull. Makes oil changes extra fun. I shouldn't complain though, with the oil at operating temp it drained in under an hour.

vacuum pump 50-100 dollars depending on size and shape. makes oil changes very easy ...... oil filter on the other hand is a little diff I always have trouble getting that off..

FYI, dealerships pump the oil out via dipstick because it's easier and quicker. It's a one-time cost to just get the vacuum pump.