Engine Dipstick And Tube - Precautions

File In Section: 06 - Engine/Propulsion System

Bulletin No.: 00-06-01-015B

Date: January, 2001

INFORMATION

Subject:
Engine Oil Level Indicator and Tube Change

Models:
2000-01 Chevrolet and GMC C/K Pickup Models (Silverado, Sierra)
2001 Chevrolet and GMC C/K Utility Models
with 4.8 L, 5.3 L or 6.0 L V8 Engine (VINs V, T, U - RPOs LR4, LM7, LQ4)

This bulletin is being revised to include additional model year and part information. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 00-06-01-015A (Section 06 - Engine/Propulsion System).

During the 2000 and 2001 model year, two different designs of Engine Oil Indicator and Engine Oil Indicator Tubes were used in production vehicles.

Each Engine Oil Indicator must be used with the correct Engine Oil Indicator Tube. Incorrect engine oil levels will be indicated if an Engine Oil Indicator is used with the wrong Engine Oil Indicator Tube. In some instances, the Check Engine Oil Level message may be displayed when the engine oil level is 1 quart (approx. 0.95 Liters) low. Do not replace the engine oil level sensor for this condition.





Engine Oil Indicators and Tubes can be identified as follows (Figure 1 shown - Engine Oil Level Indicator and Tube Identification):

Engine Oil Level Indicators (1) can be identified by the P/N stamped on the blade (6).
Second design Engine Oil Level Indicator Tubes (2) can be identified as having two reinforcements in the mounting bracket (5). First design Engine Oil Level Indicator Tubes (3) can be identified as having a single reinforcement in the mounting bracket (4).

Parts Information





When it is necessary to replace the Engine Oil Level Indicator or Tube, refer to the table shown for part numbers.

Parts are currently available from GMSPO.





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