Oil Level Indicator and Tube Installation

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Install a NEW O-ring on the oil level indicator tube.

Fig 1: View Of Oil Level Indicator Tube

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Install the oil level indicator and tube by sliding the tube down through the lower crankcase hole.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the oil level indicator tube bracket bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the oil level indicator tube bracket bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Fig 2: View Of Left Exhaust Manifold Lower Insulator

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Install the left exhaust manifold lower insulator onto the oil level indicator tube.

Fig 3: View Of Left Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield

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Place the left exhaust manifold heat shield in position.
Install the exhaust manifold heat shield bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the exhaust manifold heat shield bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Fig 4: View Of Left Exhaust Manifold Upper Insulator

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Install the left exhaust manifold upper insulator onto the oil level indicator tube.