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Removal and Installation

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  1. Remove the engine air cleaner and the air cleaner outlet tube. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING .
  2. Remove the oil level indicator and the nut retaining the oil level indicator tube and bracket assembly.
    Fig 1: Removing Oil Level Indicator Nut
    G03886382Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the LH exhaust manifold. For additional information, refer to EXHAUST MANIFOLD - LH .
  4. Remove the bolt and the oil level indicator tube.
    Fig 2: Removing Bolt Oil Level Indicator Tube
    G03886502Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Inspect the oil level indicator tube for damage.
  6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Install new O-ring seals and lubricate them with clean engine oil.