V6 dipstick
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V6 dipstick
Good news everybody.
I just tested a dipstick from an 02 2.3L 4 cyl. Coupe on my 03 3.2L 6 cyl. sedan. It appears to be approx. 3/4" too long. What that means is that the full mark on the dipstick should be considered the add mark for the V6s. Either that or you can mod it if you want.
Here is the P/N: 111-010-11-72. Price at my dealer is $24.75 + tax.
I just tested a dipstick from an 02 2.3L 4 cyl. Coupe on my 03 3.2L 6 cyl. sedan. It appears to be approx. 3/4" too long. What that means is that the full mark on the dipstick should be considered the add mark for the V6s. Either that or you can mod it if you want.
Here is the P/N: 111-010-11-72. Price at my dealer is $24.75 + tax.
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Interesting fact on my 03 - there is no dipstick. You check the oil via the dash readout. Just hope the sensor never goes out when it's low on oil, but then when you have 8 quarts of mobil one in a V6 engine, when is it ever really low?
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Originally posted by Wardsweb
Interesting fact on my 03 - there is no dipstick. You check the oil via the dash readout. Just hope the sensor never goes out when it's low on oil, but then when you have 8 quarts of mobil one in a V6 engine, when is it ever really low?
Interesting fact on my 03 - there is no dipstick. You check the oil via the dash readout. Just hope the sensor never goes out when it's low on oil, but then when you have 8 quarts of mobil one in a V6 engine, when is it ever really low?
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Originally posted by MB-BOB
Doh! Wardsweb, that's why we're discussing a dipstick to fill that empty hole. The V6's in the C-Sedans haven't had a dipstick since 2001.
Doh! Wardsweb, that's why we're discussing a dipstick to fill that empty hole. The V6's in the C-Sedans haven't had a dipstick since 2001.
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That's fine. I really wasn't trying to bust your chops. Welcome to the forums. You'll have to post some pictures, we'd like to see your new baby...
You'll learn alot here. Just read all the negative threads with a grain of salt... we're all spoiled children here!
Say, in what part of Texas do you live? We're thinking of having a get-together in May here in Dallas area.
You'll learn alot here. Just read all the negative threads with a grain of salt... we're all spoiled children here!
Say, in what part of Texas do you live? We're thinking of having a get-together in May here in Dallas area.
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No offense taken, I webmaster and/or moderate several different sites, so I'm use to it. I'm in San Antonio, but could make a trip up to see my sister in Garland. Pictures will be posted in a couple of weeks after I'm done with updates. I've already posted the before and after sport grill shots. Should have the AMG wheels in about a week. It will be tame in comparison to some of the guys but still sweet understated sport.
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Originally posted by MB-BOB
Amdeutsch, are you going to cut off the extra length and keep it in the tube full time? If so, does the plug end of the 230K stick seal the sedan tube effectively?
Amdeutsch, are you going to cut off the extra length and keep it in the tube full time? If so, does the plug end of the 230K stick seal the sedan tube effectively?
Right now its in there fulltime and not yet moded. Touchy feely here is the same. Since its been only a day since the install I cannot yet talk about the effectiveness of the seal. Give me a week or two driving with it in and I should be able to answer your question better. It does feel *gut and tight* so.
Its kinda nice having a finger loop on it instead of the non version. Right now I'm also asking my M & P guys at work what kind of adhesive I can use to secure metal and plastic (due to the expected, perceived heat) in case I decide to mod it. I also would like to keep the finger loop if I do mod it. Time will tell.
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