Removal and Installation

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Remove the LH exhaust manifold. Refer to Exhaust Manifold LH .
Remove the oil level indicator.
Remove the bolt.

Fig 1: Removing Oil Level Indicator Bolt
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Remove the oil level indicator tube.

Fig 2: Removing Oil Level Indicator Tube
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NOTE: Lubricate the new O-ring seal with clean engine oil.

Fig 3: Installing O-Ring Seal

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Install a new O-ring seal.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.