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Elring 877.970 Engine Oil Drain Plug

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Elring Engine Oil Drain Plug 877.970

The Elring 877.970 engine oil drain plug is a direct-fit hardware replacement for a wide range of Hyundai and Kia applications. Built with a male hex head and supplied with a seal ring, it is specified for M14 x 1.25 x 23 thread applications and a 17 mm spanner size.

Use this Elring drain plug when servicing the oil pan on vehicles such as the Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage, and Kia Soul. The 877.970 part number is also referenced for multiple OE-style applications across Hyundai and Kia platforms.

Key Features

  • Elring engine oil drain plug, part number 877.970
  • Male hex bolt head design for standard service removal
  • 17 mm spanner size
  • M14 x 1.25 x 23 thread specification
  • Includes seal ring for oil drain sealing
  • Cross-references OE-style part numbers 11518-63J01 and 21512-27001 for the same application

Detailed Description

This Elring oil drain plug is designed for engine oil pan service where the original drain fastener uses an M14 x 1.25 x 23 thread and a 17 mm hex drive. The seal ring helps create a secure closing surface at the drain point, supporting clean oil changes and proper reinstallation after maintenance. The 877.970 part number is a practical replacement choice for Hyundai and Kia vehicles that call for this drain plug specification.

Compatible With Hyundai Kona 2018-2023, Hyundai Elantra 2001-2006 and 2017-2022, Hyundai Creta 2020-2021 and 2017-2019, Hyundai Tucson 2005-2006, 2015, 2016-2018, and 2019-2020, Hyundai Venue 2020, Hyundai Sonata 2015-2019, Hyundai Veloster 2012-2017 and 2019, Hyundai Accent 2005-2018, Hyundai ix35 2015, Kia Sportage 2005-2023, Kia Optima 2012-2019, Kia Soul 2010-2018, and Kia Rio 2005-2011, 2014, and 2016.

Common Service Uses

  • Replacing a stripped or worn oil drain plug
  • Correcting oil seepage at the drain point
  • Restoring proper sealing after an oil change
  • Replacing a missing or damaged drain plug on Hyundai and Kia engines
  • Addressing thread mismatch concerns during oil pan service

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the thread size, pitch, and length against the original drain plug before installation. Clean the oil pan threads and sealing surface, then tighten the plug to the vehicle manufacturer’s specified torque. Replace the seal ring if the sealing surface shows wear or if the plug has been removed during service.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized OE-focused brand in engine sealing and hardware applications. Part number 877.970 is built to match the listed drain plug dimensions and fitment requirements for confirmed Hyundai and Kia applications.

BrandElring
Part Number877.970
Bolt Head-/Nut DesignMale hex
Spanner Size17 mm
Supplementary Article/Info 2With seal ring
Thread SizeM 14x1,25x23

This part fits 107 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelSubmodelBody TypeDrive TypeLitersCylindersPositionNotes
2023HyundaiKonaN LineSport UtilityAWD1.6LL4N/A
2023KiaSportageHybrid LXSport UtilityFWD1.6LL4N/A
2022HyundaiElantraN LineSedanFWD1.6LL4N/A
2022HyundaiKonaN LineSport UtilityAWD1.6LL4N/A
2022KiaSportageLXSport UtilityFWD2.4LL4N/A
2021HyundaiCretaLimitedSport UtilityFWD1.4LL4N/A
2021HyundaiElantraN LineSedanFWD1.6LL4N/A
2021HyundaiKonaTrendSport UtilityAWD1.6LL4N/A
2021KiaSportageEXSport UtilityFWD2.0LL4N/A
2020HyundaiCretaGLSSport UtilityFWD1.6LL4N/A
2020HyundaiElantraSportSedanFWD1.6LL4N/A
2020HyundaiKonaTrendSport UtilityAWD1.6LL4N/A
2020HyundaiTucsonEssentialSport UtilityFWD2.0LL4N/A
2020HyundaiVenueEssentialSport UtilityFWD1.6LL4N/A
2020KiaSportageLXSport UtilityFWD2.4LL4N/A
2019HyundaiCreta1.6LL4N/ALength: 23mm; Thread Size: M14; Thread Pitch: 1.5mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Male Hex
2019HyundaiElantraSportSedanFWD1.6LL4N/A
2019HyundaiKonaTrendSport UtilityAWD1.6LL4N/A
2019HyundaiSonata2.0T UltimateSedanFWD2.0LL4N/A
2019HyundaiTucsonEssentialSport UtilityFWD2.0LL4N/A
2019HyundaiVeloster1.6LL4N/ALength: 23mm; Thread Size: M14; Thread Pitch: 1.5mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Male Hex
2019KiaOptimaEXSedanFWD1.6LL4N/A
2019KiaSportageEXSport UtilityFWD2.4LL4N/A
2018HyundaiAccentGLHatchbackFWD1.6LL4N/A
2018HyundaiCreta1.6LL4N/ALength: 23mm; Thread Size: M14; Thread Pitch: 1.5mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Male Hex
2018HyundaiElantraSportSedanFWD1.6LL4N/A
2018HyundaiKonaTrendSport UtilityAWD1.6LL4N/A
2018HyundaiSonata2.0T SportSedanFWD2.0LL4N/A
2018HyundaiTucson1.6LL4N/ALength: 23mm; Thread Size: M14; Thread Pitch: 1.5mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Male Hex
2018KiaOptimaEXSedanFWD2.4LL4N/A
2018KiaSoulLXHatchbackFWD1.6LL4N/A
2018KiaSportageLXSport UtilityFWD2.4LL4N/A
2017HyundaiAccentGLHatchbackFWD1.6LL4N/A
2017HyundaiCreta1.6LL4N/ALength: 23mm; Thread Size: M14; Thread Pitch: 1.5mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Male Hex
2017HyundaiElantraSportSedanFWD1.6LL4N/A
2017HyundaiSonataGLSedanFWD2.4LL4N/A
2017HyundaiTucson1.6LL4N/ALength: 23mm; Thread Size: M14; Thread Pitch: 1.5mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Male Hex
2017HyundaiVeloster1.6LL4N/ALength: 23mm; Thread Size: M14; Thread Pitch: 1.5mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Male Hex
2017KiaOptimaEXSedanFWD2.4LL4N/A
2017KiaSoulLXHatchbackFWD1.6LL4N/A
2017KiaSportageEXSport UtilityFWD2.4LL4N/A
2016HyundaiAccentGLHatchbackFWD1.6LL4N/A
2016HyundaiSonataGLSedanFWD2.4LL4N/A
2016HyundaiTucson1.6LL4N/ALength: 23mm; Thread Size: M14; Thread Pitch: 1.5mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Male Hex
2016HyundaiVeloster1.6LL4N/ALength: 23mm; Thread Size: M14; Thread Pitch: 1.5mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Male Hex
2016KiaOptimaEXSedanFWD2.4LL4N/A
2016KiaRioEXHatchbackFWD1.6LL4N/A
2016KiaSoulLXHatchbackFWD1.6LL4N/A
2016KiaSportageEXSport UtilityFWD2.4LL4N/A
2015HyundaiAccentGLHatchbackFWD1.6LL4N/A
2015Hyundaiix35GLSSport UtilityFWD2.0LL4N/A
2015HyundaiSonataGLSedanFWD2.4LL4N/A
2015HyundaiTucsonGLSport UtilityFWD2.0LL4N/A
2015HyundaiVeloster1.6LL4N/ALength: 23mm; Thread Size: M14; Thread Pitch: 1.5mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Male Hex
2015KiaOptimaEXSedanFWD2.4LL4N/A
2015KiaSoulLXHatchbackFWD1.6LL4N/A
2015KiaSportageEXSport UtilityFWD2.4LL4N/A
2014HyundaiAccentGLHatchbackFWD1.6LL4N/A
2014HyundaiVeloster1.6LL4N/ALength: 23mm; Thread Size: M14; Thread Pitch: 1.5mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Male Hex
2014KiaOptimaEXSedanFWD2.4LL4N/A
2014KiaRio1.6LL4N/ALength: 23mm; Thread Size: M14; Thread Pitch: 1.5mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Male Hex
2014KiaSoulLXHatchbackFWD1.6LL4N/A
2014KiaSportageEXSport UtilityFWD2.4LL4N/A
2013HyundaiAccentGLHatchbackFWD1.6LL4N/A
2013HyundaiVeloster1.6LL4N/ALength: 23mm; Thread Size: M14; Thread Pitch: 1.5mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Male Hex
2013KiaOptimaEXSedanFWD2.0LL4N/A
2013KiaSoulBaseHatchbackFWD1.6LL4N/A
2013KiaSportageEXSport UtilityFWD2.4LL4N/A
2012HyundaiAccentGLHatchbackFWD1.6LL4N/A
2012HyundaiVeloster1.6LL4N/ALength: 23mm; Thread Size: M14; Thread Pitch: 1.5mm; Bolt Head Nut Design: Male Hex
2012KiaOptimaEXSedanFWD2.0LL4N/A
2012KiaSoulBaseHatchbackFWD1.6LL4N/A
2012KiaSportageEXSport UtilityFWD2.4LL4N/A
2011HyundaiAccentGLHatchbackFWD1.6LL4N/A
2011KiaRioEXSedanFWD1.6LL4N/A
2011KiaSoulBaseHatchbackFWD1.6LL4N/A
2011KiaSportageEXSport UtilityFWD2.4LL4N/A
2010HyundaiAccentGLHatchbackFWD1.6LL4N/A
2010KiaRioEXSedanFWD1.6LL4N/A
2010KiaSoulBaseHatchbackFWD1.6LL4N/A
2010KiaSportageLXSport UtilityFWD2.0LL4N/A
2009HyundaiAccentGLHatchbackFWD1.6LL4N/A
2009HyundaiTucson25th Anniversary EditionSport UtilityFWD2.0LL4N/A
2009KiaRioEXSedanFWD1.6LL4N/A
2009KiaSportageLXSport UtilityFWD2.0LL4N/A
2008HyundaiAccentGLHatchbackFWD1.6LL4N/A
2008HyundaiTucsonGLSport UtilityFWD2.0LL4N/A
2008KiaRioEXSedanFWD1.6LL4N/A
2008KiaSportageLXSport UtilityFWD2.0LL4N/A
2007HyundaiAccentGLSSedanFWD1.6LL4N/A
2007HyundaiTucsonGLSSport UtilityFWD2.0LL4N/A
2007KiaRioBaseSedanFWD1.6LL4N/A
2007KiaSportageLXSport UtilityFWD2.0LL4N/A
2006HyundaiAccentGLHatchbackFWD1.6LL4N/A
2006HyundaiElantraGLSHatchbackFWD2.0LL4N/A
2006HyundaiTucsonGLSport UtilityFWD2.0LL4N/A
2006KiaRioBaseSedanFWD1.6LL4N/A
2006KiaSportageLXSport UtilityFWD2.0LL4N/A
2005HyundaiAccentGLSHatchbackFWD1.6LL4N/A
2005HyundaiElantraGLSHatchbackFWD2.0LL4N/A
2005HyundaiTucsonGLSport UtilityFWD2.0LL4N/A
2005KiaRioBaseSedanFWD1.6LL4N/A
2005KiaSportageLXSport UtilityFWD2.0LL4N/A
2004HyundaiElantraGLSSedanFWD2.0LL4N/A
2003HyundaiElantraGLSSedanFWD2.0LL4N/A
2002HyundaiElantraGLSSedanFWD2.0LL4N/A
2001HyundaiElantraGLSSedanFWD2.0LL4N/A

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

11518-63J0121512-27001

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.