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

Oil Level Indicator and Tube Replacement

^ Tools Required
- SA9105E Engine Support Fixture (3 Bar)
- J 43405 Engine Support Fixture Adapter

Removal Procedure





1. Drain the coolant.






Important: The powertrain must be lifted up in order to remove the coolant extension housing.

2. Remove the upper radiator hose from the coolant extension housing.





3. Install the SA9105E and the J 43405 and support the powertrain.





4. Remove the front transaxle mount through bolt.





5. Raise the powertrain with the engine support fixture to provide clearance to pull the extension housing above the coolant module.
6. Remove the oil level indicator tube and coolant extension tube bolt.
7. Remove the oil level indicator tube by pulling upwards.

Installation Procedure





1. Install 2 new O-rings onto the coolant extension housing.
2. Lubricate the O-ring with coolant and install the extension housing.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the oil level indicator tube and coolant extension housing bolt.
^ Tighten the coolant extension housing bolt to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).





4. Lower the powertrain and align the front transaxle mount and mounting bracket using the engine support fixture.





5. Install the front transaxle mount through bolt.
^ Tighten the transaxle mount through bolt to 55 Nm (41 ft. lbs.).





6. Remove the engine support fixture and adapters SA9105E and J 43405 or equivalent.





7. Install the upper radiator hose.





8. Refill the coolant.