Where is the block drain?
The drain will be located on the rear of the block, near the bottom but not level with the oil pan. Typically they are located closer to the flywheel housing then the outside of the engine pan and will look like large bolts set into the block which are not holding anything in place.
How do I drain my engine block?
The basic steps to flush a car engine block are:
- Remove the lower radiator hose and catch the draining coolant in a bucket.
- Remove the top radiator hose and flush the system out with a normal hose.
- Continue until the water runs clear out of the bottom of the engine.
- Refill with coolant and reattach the radiator hoses.
Where is the 53 Block on a Cummins Engine?
To determine if a particular engine has a “53” block, on the passenger side of the engine, you should see a large wiring harness mounted to the block.
Where are the engine block drains on a car?
Locate the engine block drains on your vehicle. Your engine may have one drain or two, it will depend on the engine model and most likely will not be listed in the documentation included with your vehicle. You will have to look for the drains. The drains will be located, one on each side of the engine, in mirror locations.
What kind of block is used in Cummins 24V?
5.9 Cummins 24v 53 Engine Block The Cummins “53” Block was used in Cummins 24 valve ISB diesel engines from 1998.5-2002. Manufactured by Brazilian company, TUPY. The “53” block casting has thin water jacket walls that are susceptible to cracking.
Where to find the cast number on a Cummins 5.9 engine?
Another instance of the cast number can be found on the block, ahead of the front turbo drain port. Many Cummins 5.9 engine owners have reported problems with the “53” block casting, due to premature cracking that allows coolant to leak out of the block.