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Removal and Installation

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  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Remove the oil level indicator.
  3. Remove the oil pressure sender. For additional information, refer to ENGINE OIL PRESSURE (EOP) SWITCH .
  4. If equipped, disconnect the block heater electrical connector and wiring harness retainers.
  5. Remove the stud bolt and the oil level indicator tube.
    • Discard the O-ring seal.
    • To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
  6. NOTE: Install a new O-ring seal and lubricate with clean engine oil.
  7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.