OEM 2004 Buick Rainier Dipstick Tube

2004 Buick Rainier Dipstick Tube Parts and Q&A

• Q: How to replace the Dipstick Tube and oil level indicator on 2004 Buick Rainier?

  A: You must first unfasten the bracket nut of the A/C line before separating the A/C line bracket from the oil level indicator tube stud. Begin by detaching the 02 sensor electrical connector from the oil level indicator bracket and then remove the oil level indicator tube stud until it frees the indicator from its position inside the tube. Finally extract the tube from the block. The first step of installation requires operators to place the oil level indicator tube inside the engine block before applying GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) sealant to the oil level indicator tube stud threads while following the provided fastener notice in service precautions. Secure the oil level indicator tube stud using 10 Nm torque while tightening it with a wrench. Fasten the A/C line bracket onto the oil level indicator tube using the nut while torquing the connection to 7 Nm (6 inch lbs.). The last steps involve connecting the 02 sensor electrical connector and fitting the oil level indicator into its tube.