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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 A/C line bracket nut.
2. Remove the A/C line bracket from the oil level indicator tube stud.
3. Disconnect the O2 sensor electrical connector from the oil level indicator bracket.





4. Remove the oil level indicator tube stud.
5. Pull the indicator out of the tube.
6. Pull the tube out of the block.

Installation Procedure
1. Install the oil level indicator tube into the engine block.
2. Add sealant GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) to the oil level indicator tube stud threads.

3. Install the oil level indicator tube stud.
Tighten the oil level indicator tube stud to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.






4. Install the A/C line bracket to oil level indicator tube and secure with the nut.
Tighten the A/C line bracket nut to 7 Nm (6 inch lbs.).
5. Connect the O2 sensor electrical connector.
6. Install the oil level indicator into the tube.