Technicians dipstick - putting back in

FreshAir · Mar 20th, 2021, 11:42

I have managed to remove the dipstick (rope plus a squirt of WD40), and have sucked out some oil as a regen caused the level to rise. It was serviced recently but I suspect that put the full 5.7 litres in, which was before the dpf regen cycle.

I don't seem to be able to get the dipstick fully home again, i.e. flush with the block. It pulls out easily now, but that may be due to the oil now around the o ring.

I have pushed it down with a long piece of wood, and even given it a tap with a hammer.

I would say it is about 2mm up from the boss on the block to the face of the dipstick top.

Is this OK/normal? Don't want it blowing out!

Engine is 2014 D3 5 cyl.

Ian21401 · Mar 20th, 2021, 17:36

Does it still have the two clips attached which should lock it into place. I removed the one on my daughter’s XC70 and fitted a full size dipstick kit.

37 RUBY · Mar 20th, 2021, 18:10

You may have one of the two side clips rested on the engine casting.

The dipstick handle and clips have to be parallel with the block. Try twisting it as you push down.

....or the o-ring has swelled so much it needs a dab of lubricant. Silicone or Vaseline should suffice.

FreshAir · Mar 20th, 2021, 19:55

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ian21401

Does it still have the two clips attached which should lock it into place. I removed the one on my daughter’s XC70 and fitted a full size dipstick kit.

The 2 clips are there. I'll try twisting it a bit tomorrow, and some silicone grease on the O ring.

Mar 20th, 2021, 11:42	#1
FreshAir Senior Member Last Online: Today 10:57 Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Lichfield	Technicians dipstick - putting back in I have managed to remove the dipstick (rope plus a squirt of WD40), and have sucked out some oil as a regen caused the level to rise. It was serviced recently but I suspect that put the full 5.7 litres in, which was before the dpf regen cycle. I don't seem to be able to get the dipstick fully home again, i.e. flush with the block. It pulls out easily now, but that may be due to the oil now around the o ring. I have pushed it down with a long piece of wood, and even given it a tap with a hammer. I would say it is about 2mm up from the boss on the block to the face of the dipstick top. Is this OK/normal? Don't want it blowing out! Engine is 2014 D3 5 cyl.

Mar 20th, 2021, 17:36	#2
Ian21401 Premier Member Last Online: Feb 11th, 2023 20:32 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Blyth, Northumberland	Does it still have the two clips attached which should lock it into place. I removed the one on my daughter’s XC70 and fitted a full size dipstick kit. __________________ Ian. Since 2005: 1992 Volvo 940 estate 2.0L. Manual. Daily driver and workhorse.

Mar 20th, 2021, 18:10	#3
37 RUBY Master Member Last Online: Apr 24th, 2024 20:45 Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Chesterfield	You may have one of the two side clips rested on the engine casting. The dipstick handle and clips have to be parallel with the block. Try twisting it as you push down. ....or the o-ring has swelled so much it needs a dab of lubricant. Silicone or Vaseline should suffice.

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