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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 AND LIFTING article.
  2. Remove the LH exhaust manifold. For additional information, refer to Exhaust Manifold - LH .
  3. Remove the oil level indicator.
  4. Remove the bolt and the oil level indicator tube.
    • To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  5. NOTE: Failure to lubricate the O-ring seal and the oil level indicator tube-to-engine block mating surface with clean engine oil can result in engine oil leaks.
    NOTE: Make sure the O-ring seal remains in position and does not roll up the indicator tube during installation.
  6. Remove the O-ring seal and discard.
  7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Lubricate the new O-ring seal and engine mating surface with clean engine oil.