Dorman 097-002 Engine Oil Drain Plug Gasket

Dorman 097-002 Oil Drain Plug Gasket

Dorman 097-002 is an engine oil drain plug gasket built for direct replacement at oil change service intervals. Made from nylon and sized to specific dimensions, it helps maintain a proper seal at the drain plug on a range of classic Chrysler, Dodge, and Cadillac applications.

Compatible With 1953-1965 Cadillac DeVille and Eldorado, 1959-1961 Chrysler 300, Imperial, New Yorker, Newport, and Town & Country, plus other listed applications, this drain plug gasket supports accurate fitment for service work on older engines.

Key Features

• Nylon construction for consistent sealing performance
• Inside diameter: 0.634 in.
• Outside diameter: 0.99 in.
• Thickness: 2.35 mm
• Engine oil drain plug gasket for routine oil service
• Dorman 097-002 replacement part number for catalog and fitment lookup

Detailed Description

This engine oil drain plug gasket is designed to match specific size and standard requirements so the drain plug can seal correctly after service. The nylon material and measured dimensions help support a secure interface between the drain plug and oil pan, reducing the chance of seepage after an oil change. It is a practical OE-style replacement for vehicles such as Cadillac DeVille, Cadillac Eldorado, Chrysler 300, and Dodge Dart applications listed in the fitment data. This part cross-references AMS Automotive 4441 and Atlantic Automotive Engineering 2004 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Oil seepage at the drain plug after an oil change
• Improper sealing caused by a worn or flattened gasket
• Service leaks on older Cadillac, Chrysler, and Dodge engines
• Fitment issues from using the wrong drain plug gasket size
• Repeat oil service cleanup caused by a compromised seal

Installation Notes and Tips

Replace the drain plug gasket during oil service whenever the old gasket shows wear, deformation, or hardening. Clean the drain plug and mating surface before installation, and verify the gasket dimensions match the application before tightening the plug to the manufacturer’s specification. For fitment, use the vehicle listing for Dorman 097-002 and confirm the engine service configuration on the vehicle being repaired.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this gasket to specific size and standard requirements for replacement use at oil change intervals. The part number 097-002 is cataloged for direct lookup and application matching across the listed classic vehicle fitments.