Dipstick tube removal

[dee004]

How the heck do you get the dipstick tube out of the block on an 05 6.0? I thought it just pulled out doesn't it? I can't budge it and don't want to braek it but can't pull the head with it in unless I remove the exhaust manifold.

[bismic]

The only thing holding it in is an o-ring at the bottom and the nut on the left valve cover bolt. However, if it has never been out, that darn o-ring holds it in pretty good. If you have a assistant have them pull from the top while you grab it with some needle noses from the bottom and pry against the block and up. Maybe try a twisting motion while pulling up.

[dee004]

bismic, thanks. I thought thats all that was holding it but wanted to be sure. I was trying to feel around it and thought I felt a nut which had me confused. Will do. Cheers

[dee004]

Originally Posted by bismic

The only thing holding it in is an o-ring at the bottom and the nut on the left valve cover bolt. However, if it has never been out, that darn o-ring holds it in pretty good. If you have a assistant have them pull from the top while you grab it with some needle noses from the bottom and pry against the block and up. Maybe try a twisting motion while pulling up.

Gave her the good ole wiggle and hard pull and out she came, thanks bismic,

[bismic]

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