General Information
Due to the number of dipstick tube options, the following procedure has been generalized to cover common
dipstick tube procedures. The illustrations may not match the engine being serviced.
If equipped with a locking dipstick, twist the handle counterclockwise to unlock. Pull up to remove the dipstick.
Remove the dipstick from the dipstick tube.
If equipped, remove any dipstick tube supports and clamps.
If equipped, remove the flexible portion of the dipstick tube.
If the dipstick option uses a pressed-in dipstick tube block
insert:
• Use a dent puller and an MB x 1.25 x 21-mm self-tapping capscrew. Thread the capscrew into the dipstick tube, and remove the tube.
or
• With the oil pan removed, drive the dipstick tube block insert out with a suitable punch.
If the dipstick option uses an o-ring sealed dipstick tube block insert:
• Remove the capscrew securing the insert to the cylinder block.
• Pull the insert from the cylinder block.
• Remove and discard the o-ring(s) from the dipstick tube insert.
