Dorman 65371 oil drain plug for the 1991-1993 Chevrolet C1500 V8 6.2L, the 1994-1996 C1500 V8 6.5L, the 1995-1996 C1500 V8 5.0L or 5.7L, the 1996 C1500 V6 4.3L and other vehicles closes the oil drain opening and seals it with its gasket. This Dorman engine oil drain plug replaces a missing or damaged plug and helps ensure a secure seal.
- Steel plug with a coarse metric M12-1.75 thread, 25 mm long
- 15 mm hex head with 6 socket points
- Pilot point inset gasket supplied with the plug
- Dorman Autograde standard replacement grade
- Designed and manufactured to strict specifications for reliable performance
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 65371 oil drain plug
- Also called: engine oil drain plug
- Fits: the 1991-1993 Chevrolet C1500 V8 6.2L, the 1994-1996 C1500 V8 6.5L, the 1995-1996 C1500 V8 5.0L or 5.7L, the 1996 C1500 V6 4.3L and other vehicles
- Material: Steel
- Condition: New
Stripped threads, a rounded head or oil dripping where the plug seats can mean the plug is worn or damaged. With the engine off and cool, check the dipstick for a low oil level, and have a shop trace any leak, because other parts near the pan can seep too.
Fits
Fitment includes the 1995-1996 Chevrolet Tahoe V8 5.7L or 6.5L along with the vehicles named above, among others. Each takes one plug.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Thread size: M12-1.75, coarse metric
- Thread diameter: 12 mm
- Length: 25 mm
- Head: 15 mm hex, 6 socket points
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
Build and materials
- Material: Steel
- Gasket: pilot point inset gasket, included
- Grade: standard replacement
- Magnetic: no
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: China
In the box
One oil drain plug and one gasket.
Interchange: 12552966 · 3522351 · 3536964 · 3538469 · 1241407868
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This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
12552966, 3522351, 3536964, 3538469, 65371, 1241407868
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Dorman 65371 oil drain plug right for the 1995-1996 Chevrolet C1500 V8 5.0L or 5.7L?
Yes. Dorman 65371 fits the 1995-1996 Chevrolet C1500 V8 5.0L or 5.7L. If your truck is a different one, look it up in the "Vehicles it fits" section on this product page.
Is the Dorman Autograde oil drain plug magnetic?
No. Dorman 65371 is not magnetic. It is a steel plug with a 15 mm hex head.
Does the Dorman drain plug come with a gasket?
Yes. The package holds one oil drain plug and one pilot point inset gasket.
What thread size does the Dorman oil plug use?
This plug has an M12-1.75 coarse metric thread, 12 mm in diameter and 25 mm long. Its hex head takes a 15 mm tool.
Which other part numbers does Dorman 65371 replace?
Dorman 65371 replaces 12552966, 3522351, 3536964, 3538469 and 1241407868. Any of these numbers can be used to match it to your old plug.
