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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 1996 🢒 Roadmaster 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 4.3L and 5.7L 🢒 Oil Level Indicator Tube Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the oil level indicator from the tube.

    2. Object Number: 39901 Size: SH
  2. Remove the bolt securing the oil level indicator tube bracket to the right lower side of the engine block.
  3. Remove the oil level indicator tube from the engine block.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 39901 Size: SH
  1. Clean the oil level indicator tube.
  2. Apply the sealant, GM P/N 12346004, or the equivalent, around the oil level indicator tube 12.7 mm (0.50 in) below the bead.
  3. Install the oil level indicator tube into the engine block and rotate into position.
  4. Install the bolt securing the oil level indicator tube bracket to the engine block.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the oil level indicator tube bolt to 12 N·m (106 lb in).

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  5. Install the oil level indicator.