XJ-6 (X300) L6-4.0L (AJ16) (1996)
Automatic Transmission Dipstick - Dipstick Tube: Service and Repair
Transmission Filler Tube
To improve fluid level readings, the new filler tube positions the end of the dipstick adjacent to the transmission fluid sump.
Dipstick
The new dipsticks have a 'flip-top' handle and revised fluid level markings. A compressible seal below the handle locks the dipstick in the filler tube. A
cam on the handle operates the seal, and goes over-center to lock the handle with the seal in the compressed condition. With the exception of 3.2 litre
models, the new dipstick is now installed on all sedan and XJS models. The handles are color coded for each model application. Except for the 6.0 litre
sedan and 6.0 litre XJS, the dipstick for each model is unique. To avoid incorrect fluid level readings, it is essential that only the specified dipstick is
used.
Dipstick Application by Color Code
Dipstick Handle Color Codes