GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2008 🢒 Corvette 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L, 6.2L, or 7.0L 🢒 Oil Level Indicator Tube Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 651880 Size: SH
  1. Remove the oil level indicator.

    2. Object Number: 651879 Size: SH
  2. Remove the oil level indicator tube bolt.
  3. Remove the oil level indicator tube.

    4. Important: Inspect the O-ring seal for cuts or damage. The O-ring seal may be reused if not cut or damaged.

  4. Remove the O-ring from the oil level indicator tube, if required.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 651879 Size: SH
  1. Lubricate the O-ring seal with clean engine oil.
  2. Install the oil level indicator tube into position.
  3. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
  4. Insert the oil level indicator tube into the engine block until the collar is flush with the block.
  5. Lower the vehicle.

    6. 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.

  6. Install the oil level indicator tube bolt.

    7. Tighten
    Tighten the oil level indicator tube bolt to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).


    Object Number: 651880 Size: SH
  7. Install the oil level indicator.
  8. Check the oil level and add if necessary.