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Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2006 🢒 Montana SV6 🢒 General Information 🢒 General Information 🢒 Oil Level Indicator Tube Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 187069 Size: SH
  1. Remove the spark plug wire from the number 6 cylinder spark plug.
  2. Remove the oil level indicator.
  3. Remove the oil level indicator tube bracket bolt.
  4. Remove the oil level indicator tube.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 187069 Size: SH
  1. Clean the oil level indicator tube.
  2. Apply sealant around the oil level indicator tube 12.7 mm (0.50 in) below the bead. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers .
  3. Install the oil level indicator tube into the engine block.

    4. 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.

  4. Install the oil level indicator tube bracket bolt.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

  5. Install the oil level indicator.
  6. Install the spark plug wire to the number 6 cylinder spark plug.