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Oil Level Indicator And Tube




Oil Level Indicator and Tube













Removal and Installation

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Jacking and Lifting Service and Repair.

2. Remove the LH exhaust manifold. For additional information, refer to Exhaust Manifold - LH Exhaust Manifold - LH.

3. Remove the oil level indicator.

4. Remove the bolt and the oil level indicator tube.
- To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).

5. NOTICE: Failure to lubricate the O-ring seal and the oil level indicator tube-to-engine block mating surface with clean engine oil can result in engine oil leaks.

NOTE: Make sure the O-ring seal remains in position and does not roll up the indicator tube during installation.

Remove the O-ring seal and discard.

6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Lubricate the new O-ring seal and engine mating surface with clean engine oil.