Dipstick Question

[rho]

Ok.. this is the first time I've had a 02 motor that has a dipstick housing that is attached to the block by a rubber hose with hose clamps.

To me this design is flawed since the housing can be pushed in and out + or - 1 inch, which will change considerably what the oil level will indicate on the dipstick.

Question: what's the correct distance of the dipstick housing to the male part that sticks out from the block?

Parts 4 thru 7 in the diagram.

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=2552&mospid=47140&btnr=11_2377&hg=11&fg=30

[jfutral]

All of mine have one piece tubes.

[Beaner7102]

Dont know the correct length, but there should be a bracket from the intake manifold to the dip stick tube that supports it from vibration (see on tube 1 in pic) and would not allow that much movement. Beaner7102

[Guest Anonymous]

Drain the oil, put a new filter on, then fill with 4.5 US quarts. Check dipstick, relocate appropriately.

EVERY 02 I've ever owned has been of the "hose" variety. It has it's benefits - especially when fitting big, stoopid carbs.

Paul Wegweiser

[Paul7002]

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