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

Oil Level Indicator 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 oxygen (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 to the oil level indicator tube stud threads. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers (Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers) for the correct part number.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

3. Install the oil level indicator tube stud and tighten to 10 Nm (89 in. lbs.).




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