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

REMOVAL PROCEDURE





1. Remove the air cleaner assembly.

NOTICE: Twist the spark plug boot one-half turn in order to release the boot. Pull on the spark plug boot only. Do not pull on the spark plug wire or the wire could be damaged.

2. Remove the spark plug wire from the cylinder number 4 spark plug
2.1. Rotate the spark plug wire boot 1/2 turn.
2.2. Pull outward on the spark plug wire boot to release from the spark plug.
3. Remove the spark plug for the number 4 cylinder.
4. Remove the oil level indicator from the oil level indicator tube.





5. Remove the oil level indicator tube bolt.
6. Remove the oil level indicator tube from the engine block using a twisting motion.
7. Clean the old sealer from the oil level indicator tube and the engine block.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE





1. Apply sealant, GM P/N 12346004 or equivalent, around the oil level indicator tube 13 mm (0.5 inch) below the tube bead.
2. Install the oil level indicator tube to the engine block. The indicator tube collar must be installed flush to the engine block.
3. Line up the oil level indicator tube with the spark plug retainer.





NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

4. Install the bolt.
- Tighten the oil level indicator tube bolt to 12 Nm (106 inch lbs.).





5. Install the spark plug for the number 4 cylinder.
6. Install the spark plug wire.
- Tighten the spark plug to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
7. Install the air cleaner assembly.