The crush washer is an aluminum or copper disc designed to deform under pressure, which helps seal the oil drain plug. This part must be replaced after each oil change, and is seen here being separated from the drain plug.
Step By Step: How to Change Your Motorcycle's Engine Oil
By Basem Wasef, About.com Guide
Remove and Replace the Crush Washer
Crush washers should never be re-used; always install a fresh one with each oil change.
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- Get your supplies ready, and expose your engine
- Unscrew the Oil Filler Cap
- Remove the Oil Drain Plug
- Remove and Replace the Crush Washer
- Clean the Oil Drain Plug
- Remove the Oil Filter
- Remove and Clean Plastic Mesh Filter
- Lubricate the O-ring of the New Filter and Attach it to the Engine
- Motorcycle Oil Change - Replace Oil Drain Plug & Plastic Mesh Filter, Pour Oil
- Check the Oil Level
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