CTS V6-3.2L VIN N (2003)
Engine Oil Dip Stick - Dip Stick Tube: Service and Repair
Oil Level Indicator and Tube Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the bolt (2) securing the following to the cylinder head:
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The oil level indicator tube (4)
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The coolant outlet pipe (3)
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The engine front lift bracket (1)
2. Grasp the oil level indicator tube (4) firmly.
3. Pull the oil level indicator tube (4) upward from the engine block.
4. Remove the O-ring seals from the oil level indicator tube. Discard the O-rings.
Installation Procedure
1. Lubricate 2 new O-ring seals with clean engine oil.
2. Install the new O-ring seals around the oil level-1k indicator tube grooves.
3. Install the oil level indicator tube (4) into the engine block.
Notice:
Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
See: Service Precautions/Vehicle Damage Warnings/Fastener Notice
4. Install the bolt (2) securing the following to the cylinder head:
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The oil level indicator tube (4)
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The coolant outlet pipe (3)
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The engine front lift bracket (1)
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Tighten the oil level indicator tube bolt to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).