Dorman 02608 Engine Core Plug

Brand Dorman 02608
Material Rubber
Describe Type Quick-seal®
Package Contents 1 expansion plug
Fits Buick and Chevrolet · 47 vehicles

OE-style fit. Matches the original part's fit and function.

Rubber construction. Provides a dependable seal for the engine core plug.

Quick-seal design for fast, reliable installation.

Cross-references 026083 for the same application. See all 1.

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Dorman 02608 Engine Expansion Plug

Dorman 02608 is an engine expansion plug built to match the fit and function of the original core plug on specified vehicles. Made from rubber, it is engineered for a direct replacement in engine hardware applications where a reliable seal is needed.

Key Features

  • Rubber construction for sealing performance in engine core plug applications
  • OE-style fit and function for specified vehicles
  • Quick-seal design for straightforward service replacement
  • Engine hardware part for cooling-system and block sealing repairs
  • Cross-reference part number: 026083

Detailed Description

This Dorman engine core plug is designed for vehicles that require a 3/4 in. steel expansion plug application, including Buick Century, Buick Skylark, Chevrolet Celebrity, Chevrolet Camaro, Chevrolet Citation, Chevrolet Citation II, Chevrolet Lumina, and Chevrolet Monza coverage across the listed model years. The Dorman 02608 helps restore the original sealing point in the engine block when the factory plug is worn, leaking, or no longer holding pressure. It is a practical choice for owners searching for a Buick Century engine expansion plug, Chevrolet Camaro core plug replacement, or Dorman 02608 engine block plug for listed GM applications.

What It Helps Address

  • Coolant leakage at a worn engine core plug
  • Loss of sealing at the engine block expansion plug opening
  • Corrosion-related failure of the original plug
  • Service replacement for damaged or deteriorated engine hardware
  • Restoration of proper sealing in specified GM engine applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the engine block opening size and application details before installation. Clean the sealing surface thoroughly and inspect the bore for corrosion, pitting, or distortion that could affect the seal. Confirm the vehicle listing matches your year, make, and model before ordering. Fits 1982-1992 Buick Century, N/A; Fits 1990-1992 Chevrolet Lumina, N/A; Fits 1980-1991 Buick Skylark, N/A; Fits 1982-1990 Chevrolet Celebrity, N/A; Fits 1982-1986 Chevrolet Camaro, N/A; Fits 1984-1985 Chevrolet Citation II, N/A; Fits 1980-1983 Chevrolet Citation, N/A; Fits 1980 Chevrolet Monza, N/A.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this expansion plug to match the original part’s fit and function on specified vehicles. The part is made from quality materials for dependable engine sealing performance in the listed applications.

This part fits 47 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelLitersCylindersPositionNotes
1992BuickCentury2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1992ChevroletLumina2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1991BuickCentury2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1991BuickSkylark2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1991ChevroletLumina2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1990BuickCentury2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1990BuickSkylark2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1990ChevroletCelebrity2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1990ChevroletLumina2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1989BuickCentury2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1989BuickSkylark2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1989ChevroletCelebrity2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1988BuickCentury2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1988BuickSkylark2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1988ChevroletCelebrity2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1987BuickCentury2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1987BuickSkylark2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1987ChevroletCelebrity2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1986BuickCentury2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1986BuickSkylark2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1986ChevroletCamaro2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1986ChevroletCelebrity2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1985BuickCentury2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1985BuickSkylark2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1985ChevroletCamaro2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1985ChevroletCelebrity2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1985ChevroletCitation II2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1984BuickCentury2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1984BuickSkylark2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1984ChevroletCamaro2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1984ChevroletCelebrity2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1984ChevroletCitation II2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1983BuickCentury2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1983BuickSkylark2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1983ChevroletCamaro2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1983ChevroletCelebrity2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1983ChevroletCitation2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1982BuickCentury2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1982BuickSkylark2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1982ChevroletCamaro2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1982ChevroletCelebrity2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1982ChevroletCitation2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1981BuickSkylark2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1981ChevroletCitation2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1980BuickSkylark2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1980ChevroletCitation2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
1980ChevroletMonza2.5LL4N/ASteel; 3/4 In.; Package Quantity: 1; Dorman - AutoGrade - Expand-Tite!; Packaging Type: Card
Directly replaces or cross-references 1 part number
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
026083