Dorman 097-135 Engine Oil Drain Plug Gasket

Dorman 097-135 Copper Oil Drain Plug Gasket

Dorman 097-135 is a copper engine oil drain plug gasket made to specific size and standard requirements for dependable replacement during routine oil changes. It is built for applications that use an M14 drain plug gasket with a 0.56 in inside diameter, helping maintain a proper seal at the oil pan drain plug.

Compatible With select Chevrolet Aveo, Volkswagen Jetta, Audi A4, and Isuzu Rodeo applications, this drain plug gasket supports a precise fit for a wide range of import and domestic vehicles. The copper construction and defined dimensions make Dorman 097-135 a practical choice for service work where sealing consistency matters.

Key Features

• Copper engine oil drain plug gasket for oil change service
• Inside diameter: 0.56 in
• Thickness: 1.35
• Outside diameter: 0.79
• Designed to specific sizes and standards for replacement use
• Cross-reference: AMS Automotive 4813

Detailed Description

This Dorman oil drain plug gasket is engineered as a direct replacement sealing washer for vehicles that use the listed drain plug size. The copper material helps create a reliable seal at the drain plug interface, while the measured dimensions support consistent fitment across many applications. Dorman 097-135 is commonly used on vehicles such as Chevrolet Aveo, Volkswagen Jetta, Audi A4, and Isuzu Rodeo, along with additional fitments across Volkswagen, Dodge, Jeep, Kia, Suzuki, Honda, and Mazda models.

This part cross-references AMS Automotive 4813 for the same application. If you are servicing a vehicle that calls for a copper drain plug gasket with a 0.56 in inside diameter, Dorman 097-135 provides the correct service part for routine maintenance and leak prevention at the oil drain plug.

What It Helps Solve

• Oil seepage at the drain plug after an oil change
• Worn or flattened sealing washers
• Improper sealing from reused drain plug gaskets
• Maintenance issues on vehicles requiring an M14 copper drain plug gasket
• Fitment concerns on service jobs for Chevrolet Aveo, Volkswagen Jetta, and Audi A4 applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Replace the drain plug gasket whenever the oil is drained and the plug is removed. Confirm the drain plug size and gasket dimensions before installation, and clean the sealing surfaces on the oil pan and drain plug threads. For best results, install the gasket on the correct application listed for your vehicle, including fitments such as Fits 2015-2016 Chevrolet Aveo, N/A; Fits 1990-1997 Volkswagen Passat, N/A; and Fits 1997-1998 Audi A4, N/A.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this gasket to defined dimensional standards for service replacement use. The copper construction and application-specific sizing support consistent sealing performance during routine maintenance.