How to Extract Oil from a Car?
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There are four methods to drain oil from a car: 1. Open the oil drain screw of the fuel tank; 2. Insert a tube into the fuel filler port to siphon the oil. When inserting the tube, use a stick to push open the valve inside the filler port to facilitate smooth insertion of the tube; 3. Disconnect the engine's return oil pipe, and collect the oil while the engine is running. Be careful not to let the oil splash, especially onto the ignition system. Note that this method is not feasible for a small number of vehicles that do not have a return oil pipe; 4. Collect oil from the engine's intake oil pipe; remove the intake oil pipe, locate the fuel pump relay, and use wires to bridge the fuel pump relay to activate the fuel pump, thereby completing the oil drainage task.
From my own experience, the preferred method for siphoning fuel from a car is using the siphon technique. Insert a sufficiently long hose into the fuel tank, lower the other end below the tank level, and start the siphon by sucking briefly with your mouth. However, extreme caution is required during operation—never accidentally ingest gasoline. I usually wear gloves to prevent skin contact and ensure there are no open flames or sparks nearby, as gasoline vapors are highly flammable. The siphoned fuel must be stored in a sealed container and taken to an auto repair shop or recycling point for proper disposal. Remember to wear safety goggles to protect your eyes during the process, and it's advisable to place a cloth underneath to prevent oil stains on the car body. The entire procedure requires patience—don't rush, safety comes first.
I once helped a friend extract fuel using a manual oil extraction pump. By inserting the pump's hose into the fuel tank and repeatedly pressing the handle, a vacuum suction effect is created, which is much safer than using mouth suction. It's important to ensure the hose reaches the very bottom of the tank to extract all the fuel. The operation is best performed in the early morning or during cooler periods to avoid the dangers of gasoline evaporation in high temperatures. During the process, constantly monitor the fuel container to prevent overflow. After finishing, thoroughly clean all tools that came into contact with gasoline with soapy water. These manual pumps are affordable and quite practical, available at auto parts stores.
Seeing someone asking about siphoning car fuel, I believe the key point is pollution prevention. Gasoline contains harmful substances like benzene, so it must never be dumped carelessly to contaminate the soil. Prepare a large plastic bucket as a receiving container and lay an oilcloth in the garage as the work area. The simplest method is to use a gravity-fed siphon tube, allowing the fuel to flow out naturally—though slower, it's the safest. It's best to have two people cooperate, with one monitoring the fuel level and the other adjusting the bucket's position. Ensure ventilation throughout the process and keep a fire extinguisher ready. Inhaling gasoline vapors is hazardous, so wearing a mask is recommended for protection.
