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What should the oil level be on a dipstick?

What should the oil level be on a dipstick?

NOTE To help prevent failure of the electronics inside, the dipstick does not measure oil level when the oil temperature exceeds 138 °C (280 °F). Animated level bars display, along with the temperature (Figure 1, display 16), up to a maximum reading of 155 °C (310 °F). The high temperature does not damage the dipstick.

Where can I buy a new Harley Davidson dipstick?

For model fitment information, see the P&A retail catalog or the Parts and Accessories section of www.harley-davidson.com (English only). There are no service parts for the LCD assembly or dipstick. A replacement CR 2032 battery (Part No. 66373-06) is available for separate purchase for all oil temperature/level dipsticks.

Can a non-threaded dipstick be used on a LCD?

Non-threaded Dipstick: Lightly oil the O-ring on the new LCD dipstick. Install the dipstick so the display window is: Push the dipstick straight into the filler neck until it seats. with Bar and Shield logo on left (toward the rear). Threaded Dipstick: Lightly oil the O-ring. Screw dipstick into the transmission like the OE dipstick.

Where can I get a new dipstick battery?

A replacement CR 2032 battery (Part No. 66373-06) is available for separate purchase for all oil temperature/level dipsticks. A Dipstick Service Kit (Part No. 91800066), which includes O-rings, screws and a replacement CR 2032 battery is available for certain models (see Table 1 and Figure 3 ).

Which is the correct length 390 or 302 dipstick?

The service letter states that a 302 dipstick was used by mistake, and it includes the length of the correct 390 dipstick. Here are a couple sources for FE dipsticks: http://www.summitracing.com – They sell a Lokar billet aluminum dipstick and flexible braided tube modeled after the factory 428 piece. Search for part number LOK-ED-5012

Is the TH350 dipstick tube sealed by an O-ring?

Not all TH350 dipstick tubes used o-rings. I think this varied by year model of transmission??? (right/wrong??) some seal with a large rubber sleeve that goes on the end of the dipstick tube, they are sold new in the help section. So the dipstick tube is sealed either by an o-ring or a rubber sleeve?

Are there any dipsticks that are the same length?

All ’67-newer dipstick tubes are the same length except for 4X4’s. The 428 dipsticks may be marked differently for the larger volume but they should all be interchangeable (more info below). As long as you have a matched tube and stick it will work all the way back to ’58.

Is there a dipstick in a Benz transmission?

For several years now, Benz has had automatic transmissions with no dipstick, no dipstick tube, and no “fill” plug on the side of the case You drain from the bottom. Then you remove the pan, replace the filter and gasket. Then you use a machine to fill from the bottom. The fluid is checked from the bottom, at a certain temperature.

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Ruth Doyle