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Removal and Installation

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  1. Remove the Air Cleaner (ACL) outlet pipe and the ACL  . For additional information, refer to AIR CLEANER OUTLET PIPE .
  2. Detach the upper radiator hose from the 2 retaining clips on the cooling fan shroud.
    • Position the hose aside.
  3. Remove the 4 upper radiator support bracket bolts.
    • To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  4. Remove the oil level indicator.
  5. Remove the 3 bolts and position aside the heat shield.
    • To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  6. Detach the wiring harness retainer from the oil level indicator tube.
  7. Remove the stud bolt and then remove the oil level indicator tube by guiding it between the radiator support and the cooling fan.
    • Remove and discard the O-ring seal.
    • To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    8. NOTE: Install a new O-ring seal and lubricate with clean engine oil.
    NOTE: Installation of the oil level indicator may require the assistance of a second technician to align the tube with the orifice.
  8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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