The contents were fresh 15 years ago and by today’s date, way past expiration. Old gas, while still flammable, will no longer combust reliably in an engine and will coat fuel systems with residue and varnish; in other words — gum up the works.

A 22mm Hex Key socket inserted bottom of tank to unscrew drain plug. It was a nice thought that the engineers included one. Bean counters found out and you never see this feature anymore as you can imagine it is one that is seldom called for. I was concerned I would not be able to loosen it as threaded fittings have a tendency to seize. If the original was over torqued or there is rust corrosion then it might be impossible to remove. Steel tank but the plug is brass with an aluminum washer so no rust but dissimilar metals can still create problems. An extension arm (cheater bar) on this tool provided sufficient leverage to break it loose.

The discolored, stale, stinky gas and can be properly disposed of…