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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 5 bolts and the RH splash shield.
    • To install, tighten to 9 N.m (80 lb-in).
  3. Remove the lower oil level indicator tube bolt.
    • To install, tighten to 47 N.m (35 lb-ft).
  4. Remove the oil level indictor.
  5. Remove the upper bolt and the oil level indicator tube.
    • To install, tighten to 10 N.m (89 lb-in).
  6. Remove and discard the oil level indicator tube O-ring seal.
  7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Lubricate a new O-ring seal with clean engine oil.
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