Elring 434.941 Engine Oil Drain Plug

Elring Engine Oil Drain Plug 434.941

Elring 434.941 is an engine oil drain plug for service replacement on select Nissan, Smart, and Volvo applications. It uses an inner rectangle bolt head/nut design and includes a seal ring for a secure oil pan sealing surface.

Key Features

• Elring part number 434.941 for engine oil drain plug service
• Inner rectangle bolt head/nut design for the specified OE-style fitment
• Includes seal ring for sealing at the oil pan drain point
• Thread size: M 16x1,5x12
• Version includes 813.052
• Compatible with select Nissan Kicks, Versa, Juke, Note, Cube, Platina, Qashqai, X-Trail, Smart Fortwo, and Volvo V40/S40 applications

Detailed Description

This Elring oil drain plug is built for routine engine oil service where a direct replacement drain plug is needed. The M 16x1,5x12 thread specification and inner rectangle drive style support OE-style service on vehicles such as the Nissan Versa, Nissan Juke, and Volvo V40, while the included seal ring helps maintain a proper seal at the drain opening. The Elring 434.941 reference is also useful when matching service parts by cross-reference, including Dorman - Autograde 45890 and NGK 48880 for the same application.

What It Helps Solve

• Stripped or worn drain plug threads
• Oil seepage at the drain plug sealing surface
• Damaged drain plug drive head that no longer accepts the correct tool
• Incorrect replacement plug size during oil pan service
• Recurring leaks after oil changes on supported Nissan, Smart, and Volvo models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the thread size, drive style, and sealing surface before installation. Clean the oil pan drain area, inspect the threads for damage, and replace the plug if the head or threads are worn. Confirm vehicle-specific fitment for your exact year and model before service. Fits 2019-2020 Nissan Kicks, 2014-2020 Nissan Versa, 2011-2012 Nissan Versa, 2018-2019 Nissan Qashqai, 2019 Nissan X-Trail, 2017-2018 Smart Fortwo, 2014-2017 Nissan Juke, 2011-2012 Nissan Juke, 2014-2016 Nissan Note, 2010 Nissan Cube, 2002-2010 Nissan Platina, 2003-2004 Volvo V40, 1999 Volvo V40, and 2000-2003 Volvo S40.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized OE-focused sealing and engine hardware brand, and this drain plug is specified with the sealing ring and thread details needed for accurate service replacement. Part number 434.941 should be matched to the vehicle application and drain plug style before installation.