Dorman 090-948 Engine Oil Drain Plug

Engine Oil Drain Plug Replacement

Dorman 090-948 is a direct replacement engine oil drain plug for damaged or worn original equipment plugs. It matches the required thread pitch for a secure seal and is built for conventional oil drain service on a wide range of GM vehicles, including Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, and Cadillac Escalade applications.

Use this Dorman oil drain plug when you need a metric M12-1.75 drain plug with a 15 mm hex head and magnetic design for routine oil service. The Dorman 090-948 is also cross-referenced to 55577568 for the same application.

Key Features

• Direct replacement engine oil drain plug for OE-style fitment
• Metric M12-1.75 thread size with coarse thread pitch
• 15 mm hex head with 6-point socket engagement
• Magnetic design helps capture ferrous wear particles during oil changes
• Rubber gasket included for sealing at the drain point
• Steel construction with silver finish
• Special tool not required for installation
• Fits GM platforms across Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC applications

Product Details

This engine oil drain plug is engineered to replace a worn, stripped, or damaged original plug while maintaining the correct thread pitch and sealing surface. The rubber gasket helps support a quality seal, and the magnetic tip adds an extra layer of protection by collecting small metal particles found in engine oil. Dorman 090-948 is a practical service part for vehicles such as Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Malibu, GMC Terrain, Cadillac XT5, and Chevrolet Silverado 1500.

Compatible With 2013-2026 Chevrolet Sonic, 2016-2026 Chevrolet Malibu, 2018-2026 Chevrolet Equinox, 2022-2026 Chevrolet Tahoe, and 2022-2026 GMC Yukon applications, along with many other listed Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC models.

Common Problems It Can Solve

• Stripped or damaged oil drain plug threads
• Oil seepage at the drain plug sealing surface
• Worn plug heads that no longer accept a socket securely
• Loss of magnetic debris capture during oil service
• Corrosion or wear on the original drain plug

Installation Notes and Tips

Drain the engine oil before removing the old plug. Inspect the oil pan threads and sealing surface before installing the replacement plug. Tighten to the vehicle manufacturer’s specified torque using a 15 mm hex socket, and verify that the gasket seats evenly to help prevent leaks. No special tool is required.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this replacement drain plug to match OE thread pitch and sealing requirements for a dependable service fit. The Oil-Tite program focuses on replacement hardware for routine maintenance and repair, and this part number is 090-948.