Where are the drain plugs on a Harley Davidson?
There are two drain plugs. The plug towards the front left of the pan is the oil drain plug. The other one is for the transmission. Drain the oil, replace the filter, refill with three quarts of oil and you’re ready to go.
Where do you drain oil on a Harley Davidson?
Drain the transmission oil. The transmission drain plug it centered directly above the shock absorbers. Because both the engine and transmission drain plugs are so close to each other, they can easily be drained simultaneously into the same drain pan. Stand your Harley upright.
When to remove oil plugs on Harley Davidson?
It is of utmost importance to remove the engine oil and transmission oil fill plugs along with the primary derby cover; either before draining the oils or before the drain plugs are reinstalled. This will help to avoid confusion as to whether or not the oil has been replenished before attempting to start the motorcycle.
What causes an oil pan to be damaged on a Harley?
The most common way oil cases become damaged is from Harley drain plug over tightening. If the engine oil or transmission oil drain plug allocation becomes stripped on a touring model, the entire oil pan may need to be replaced.
What kind of drain plug does a Harley Davidson use?
Adapters are available for some models. (The EZ-102 will fit drain plug size 5/8″-18 UNF) (On some models 2014 & on, use A-102 adapter due to recessed oil pan) EZ Oil Drain Valve : Replaces the standard oil drain plug, making oil changes easier, saving valuable time and expenses.
Drain the transmission oil. The transmission drain plug it centered directly above the shock absorbers. Because both the engine and transmission drain plugs are so close to each other, they can easily be drained simultaneously into the same drain pan. Stand your Harley upright.
It is of utmost importance to remove the engine oil and transmission oil fill plugs along with the primary derby cover; either before draining the oils or before the drain plugs are reinstalled. This will help to avoid confusion as to whether or not the oil has been replenished before attempting to start the motorcycle.
The most common way oil cases become damaged is from Harley drain plug over tightening. If the engine oil or transmission oil drain plug allocation becomes stripped on a touring model, the entire oil pan may need to be replaced.