Incorrect 5.7L Engine Oil Dipstick

Bulletin number

09-010-15

Component

Engine

Summary

Incorrect 5.7L Engine Oil Dipstick This bulletin involves installing the correct engine oil indicator (Dipstick). The customer may notice blue smoke coming from the tail pipe after the vehicle was started. Also after performing an oil change the Dipstick may indicate the oil was low. When changing the oil and filter, service information shows 7 quarts / 6.6 liters are required. After installing 7 quarts / 6.6 liters the Dipstick may indicate the engine oil level is 1 quart / .95 liters low.

Owners of these vehicles have filed 786 complaints in the engine category.