Drain plug on 2005 mercury mercuiser, 496 motor

birdman1234

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I would to think there is drain plugs on this 496 motor with closed system to drain coolant from the motor, but I am unable to locate just one. I have two side by side so it is hard to see under or on the side of them. Not a lot of room in my 2005 Formula boat. Can you help me? No one in Florida want to work on it so I am giving it a try.
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04fxdwgi25

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There is a 1/4" NPT plug on each side of the block, down low, by the oil pan rail close to the center of the engine.
 

alldodge

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What is your serial number?

and your wanting to change the antifreeze?
 
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