2000 Dodge Caravan oil dipstick

2000 DODGE CARAVAN
176,000 MILES • 3.8L • V8 • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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JOE1953
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the handle broke of the engine oil dipstick and I can't check my oil how can I remove the oil dipstick?
Oct 22, 2015 at 4:55 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Can you upload a pic of what is left so I can see what you are dealing with?
Oct 22, 2015 at 5:47 PM
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JOE1953
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I don't no how to upload a picture the oil stick is inside the tubing and I don't have anything to grab hold to to pull the oil stick out.
Oct 22, 2015 at 6:01 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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If there is nothing to grab, the only thing I can suggest, short of removing the tube, is a magnet or a very small set of needle nose pliers. See if you can grab it and let me know what happens. If needed, I'll explain how to remove the tube, but that is a last resort.
Oct 22, 2015 at 6:17 PM
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JOE1953
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how do I remove the tube? I couldn't grab it with a magnet or needle nose pliers.
Oct 22, 2015 at 10:55 PM
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JOE1953
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how to remove the tube?
Oct 24, 2015 at 11:16 PM
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how do I replace the tube?
Oct 26, 2015 at 9:02 AM
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JOE1953
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how do I replace the tube for the oil dipstick?
Oct 26, 2015 at 9:04 AM
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If you follow the dipstick toward the engine, you will see a bolt holding it in place. Once the bolt is removed, the dipstick tube will pull out of the engine. There will be a rubber o-ring at the end. Make sure it is in place and not damaged when you reinstall it. It is a good idea to place a thin layer of oil on the o-ring prior to installation.
Oct 27, 2015 at 5:44 PM