Blazer 4WD V6-4.3L VIN X (2005)
Engine Oil Dip Stick - Dip Stick Tube: Service and Repair
Oil Level Indicator and Tube Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the oil level indicator.
2. Remove the right exhaust manifold.
3. Remove the oil level indicator tube bolt.
4. Remove the oil level indicator tube from the engine using a twisting motion.
5. Clean the old sealer from the oil level indicator tube and the engine block.
Installation Procedure
1. Apply sealant GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) or equivalent around the oil level indicator tube 13 mm (0.5 inch) below the tube
bead.
2. Install the oil level indicator tube into the engine block. Rotate the oil level indicator tube into position.
3. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Install the oil level indicator tube bolt.
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Tighten the oil level indicator tube bolt to 12 Nm (106 inch lbs.).
