The plug should have a head on it if it's a factory plug. I use a small chisel to hammer into the crack between plug head and engine block. If you just tap lightly on each side, you should be able to work it out. You'll probably have to remove the motor mount bracket on that side. If that fails, I'd drill a hole into the center of the plug and use a dent puller to slide hammer it out. Coat the drill bit with grease to keep the shavings out of the crankcase. As for using an awl, Oldmanmopar must be a lot stronger than me to push one through a steel plug so good luck there! :)
