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Engine Oil Dip Stick - Dip Stick Tube: Service and Repair

Oil Level Indicator and Tube Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. Remove the oil level indicator from the tube.
2. Remove the oil level indicator tube bolt from the right cylinder head.
3. Remove the oil level indicator tube from the oil pan.

Important: Inspect the O-ring seal for cuts or damage. The O-ring seal may be reused if not cut or damaged.

4. Remove the O-ring seal from the tube, if required.

Installation Procedure





1. Inspect the O-ring seal for cuts or damage. If the oil level indicator tube O-ring seal is not cut or damaged, it may be reused.
2. Lubricate the O-ring seal with clean engine oil.
3. Install the O-ring seal onto the oil level indicator tube.
4. Install the oil level indicator tube into the oil pan and rotate into the proper position.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

5. Install the tube bolt to the right cylinder head.
^ Tighten the oil level indicator tube bolt to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
6. Install the oil level indicator into the tube.