Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Fig 1: Removing Oil Level Indicator Tube
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Item 2: Oil Level Indicator Tube Removal Note

Remove the bolts and position the power steering reservoir aside.

Fig 2: Removing Bolts And Positioning Power Steering Reservoir Aside
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Remove the oil level indicator tube and discard the O-ring seal.

Fig 3: Removing Oil Level Indicator Tube O-Ring Seal
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Item 3: Oil Level Indicator Tube Installation Note

CAUTION: 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.

CAUTION: Make sure the O-ring seal remains in position and does not roll up the indicator tube during installation.

Install a new O-ring seal and the oil level indicator tube.
- Lubricate the new O-ring seal and engine mating surface with clean engine oil.
Position the power steering reservoir and install the bolts.

Fig 4: Positioning Power Steering Reservoir And Installing Bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.