Discussion in 'Off-Topic Discussion' started by Bob, Mar 13, 2016. Fortunately I looked in the rearview and saw the oil spray and the smoke from the oil burning off of my exhaust system, and stopped before the sump was completely dry. Try and get it out but you can either replace the oil pan or have it tapped to a larger bolt. its a 9 hr job on a 4wd p/u in GMs book. The last time I took my personal car to one was when I was 20 and living in a condo. Just recently I took my car to Jiffy Lube for a basic oil change and they refused to work on it and said there was a temporary plug installed that is acting as the drain plug bolt (or whatever you call it) because the hole on the oil pan is stripped out. Jiffy Lube’s Signature Oil Change is a comprehensive maintenance check to see which type of oil your vehicle needs. Any way to repair this without replacing the - Answered by a verified Cadillac Mechanic. 6/18/2012, I-85 near Burlington - oil drain plug fell out, dumping my oil all over the freeway. If it is from anywhere else, it is your responsibility. I know this is an old thread, but I hope someone replies. The other place I took it to (another boob- loob) failed to torque the drain plug once, then stripped the drain plug once. Post Reply. Re: your oil plug. That's why I do my own. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. I got the idea of letting "JIFFY LUBE" to change my oil with my carry in Mobile 1 and what a f*cking mistake it was. Unscrew the oil drain plug and allow all the oil to empty. Jump to Latest Follow 1 - 9 of 9 Posts. If no access to lift, jack/stands, ramps, or a curb to drive up on, buy a top-side oil extractor and do it yourself. More then it being just left over oil that may spilled onto the frame/arm when they changed it. I went for an oil change, and will never go back. One final old school advice, if possible, wait for the engine to cooled down before putting the oil plug … ... removing the transmission fill/drain plug to remove the old automatic transmission fluid; ... Not all Jiffy Lube® service centers offer all Transmission Services. Last time I ever go to Jiffy Lube for an oil change. I called management... Read more. And, as … We also offer Transmission Service. An outer ring of copper and a neopream center. today i went to change her oil for her and the oil drain plug seemed to have been tightened by the hulk but more likely it was an air tool. I have one of the easy drain plugs from Geno's Garage that saves the mess one can make taking the drain plug out. __. Ripoff Report on: Jiffy lube - Jiffy stripping oil drain plug reno nationwide I always use a closed end wrench to change my oil so I know I didn't strip it. My last oil change they come to me at the end of the service and tell me, "Your oil drain plug is stripped" meaning they stripped it. Oil leak caused by stripped oil drain plug. Having to deal with a stripped plug/pan is a hassle too, but since my M is now 4 years old it's not unexpected from having Drippy Lube changing the oil for most of that time. They put a bigger drain plug in and said everything will be fine. If you want your car’s oil change to be carried out by a professional, then Jiffy Lube offers more than just a simple oil change. I'm thinking of having a new hole made by a … Broke off half of my dipstick and didn’t tell me. Take the plug out and drain the oil. ... jiffy lube guy told a friend of mine it would be $200 to clamp a piece of exhaust tubing that he … Needing to change my oil during the trip, I stopped in a Jiffy Lube. I would recommend installing a Fumoto F106N oil drain valve if you plan on doing your own oil changes in the future. I had no leaks on garage floor until next day after oil changed at jiffy lube took car back twice and they put blame on previous change ( which was done at the mazda dealer) but jiffy lube made no mention of a replacement plug being installed when they serviced it. If it is from the drain plug, it may be stripped and in need of replacement, both are easy fixes that JiffyLube will do for you. Most people (Jiffy Lube and dealers) don't torque them treat and them like a pressed steel pan. oil pan plug stripped question. I read online that places like Jiffy Lube (not all) will do this on purpose so that you'll have to go back because it's nearly impossible to do the oil change yourself. An OEM Honda, Mitsubishi or Mazda drain plug will fit into the M14-1.5 thread, and with a 14mm hex will match the original 14mm hex of the OEM Toyota plug. He gave me two extra plugs … They stripped my oil drain plug to the point where no one could take it off during the next oil change. Apparently, the last oil change I had gotten (at Jiffy Lube) the mechanic striped the drain plug to my oil pan. I shut down the engine and pull over. What is the best way to repair a worn out drain plug in my oil pan? Knowing which way to turn a drain plug can be confusing for two good reasons. Try using vise grips, but have a new drain plug handy. Use to work at Jiffy Lube and the newbies were good and stripping out bolts. Something that could’ve been a quick fix and could’ve avoided angering a customer if I had just been told. Jiffy Lube cranked the drain plug so tight, stripping the threads was almost inevitable. Took it back to Jiffy Lube and they changed the filter and put in a new oil plug. My one and only Jiffy Lube experience was 20 years ago. easy out it. The oil pans are well known for being easily damaged. I watched through the waiting room window as the worker finished up with the oil change. I didn't have the right socket anymore and I was in a rush. He tapped in an entire new plug one size up from stock. Lots of people. One story I heard was that the quickie lube place is not responsible for paying for stripped out oil pans on vehicles that have over 100,000 miles. I have one of those quickie lube places down the street from the parts store I work at. They said they would replace the pan for $450. These plugs have really cool seals. if you re tap it w. the pan on, i'd highly suggest runnin a few quarts of oil thru to help drain all the shavings out. The guy at the jiffy lube said to buy a bigger bolt and cram 'er in there. stripped oil drain plug. So I took my car to get an oil change at jiffy Lube in November 2019. Typically, my vehicle would use a single over sized drain plug however, the damage was so significant that this part would no longer seal the oil pan gasket. Instead I just paid $479 to drop my oil pan at a mechanic to make sure half the dipstick wasn’t inside my oil … We love those guys, because of the number of oil drain plugs we sell the customers that leave that place. They crushed the filter getting IT off. Buy new plug, thread new bolt in and add oil. Immediately noticed oil drops on my drive way after parking it, quite numerous actually. Jiffy Lube® is a lot more than a fast oil change! Jiffy Lube stripped this guy's oil pan plug. Unless Honda's oil pans are better than a few years ago, the threads won't take repeated abuse. If it is from the filter, it could be a defective filter. About a 1/4 mile away, driving up a hill on the way home I noticed what sounded like noisy lifters, while rolling down the window to check I see the oil light come on. 10/26/2019 ... Jiffy Lube offers fast, convenient maintenance services. shouldnt be that hard. and re tap it for a bigger plug. Get a a good oil drain pan at a NAPA store and a good funnel this fits the fill spot to save any mess. That last oil leak I had was from a blown seal on the oil … I knew my drain bolt was stripped from last time..then I tore it up even more with a vice grips.. needless to say, i was so swetty and T'd off..I finally went to Jiffy Lube and had them change my oil.. Related: Jiffy Lube - JL STIPPED MY OIL PLUG TRIED TO BLAME SOMEONE ELSE. I use a large syringe or old food baster to get the excess oil out of the filter canister. Please call ahead to ensure the services are available. 1998 TJ Sport ... Just remove plug, drain oil. Jiffy Lube stripped the oil drain plug threads on my 2003 Cadillac CTS. The nuckleheads at Jiffy Lube stripped the threads on my oil pan and the company is refusing to pay for it. Went to Jiffy Lube and the store manager was excellent. Lol of course. 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