OEM 2008 Cadillac XLR Dipstick Tube

2008 Cadillac XLR Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the Dipstick Tube and oil level indicator on 2008 Cadillac XLR?

  A: The procedure starts with removing the oil level indicator along with its bolt before disconnecting the coolant surge tank fluid level indicator electrical connector. After taking out the surge tank nuts, place the surge tank in position away from the Brake Master Cylinder. Then disconnect the master cylinder fluid level sensor electrical connector followed by removing the master cylinder mounting nuts to separate the master cylinder from the Brake Booster. Raise and support the vehicle. You should extract the crankcase oil level indicator tube by rotating it counterclockwise. You should replace the oil level indicator tube o-ring followed by lubrication with engine oil before receiving help to insert the tube into the crankcase while lowering the vehicle. Screw in the left Cylinder Head oil level indicator tube bolt and proceed to tighten it up to 50 n.m (37 lb in). Reinstall the oil level indicator pipe after which move the Brake Master Cylinder towards the Brake Booster followed by installing and tightening the master cylinder mounting bolts up to 29 n.m (21 lb ft). The installation process ends with connecting the master cylinder fluid level sensor electrical connector along with the coolant surge tank.