Added oil to 2000 explorer v-8 but after 4.5 quarts dipstick is dry although pressure gauge shows ok. Why?
Nov 26, 2010 at 10:26 AM
Oil doesn't show on dipstick.
2000 FORD EXPLORER
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With Filter 4.7L (5.0 Qt)it should show- You sure its the correct oil dipstick?
With Filter 4.7L (5.0 Qt)it should show- You sure its the correct oil dipstick?
Nov 26, 2010 at 10:31 AM
Are you sure your checking the right stick and adding the oil to the right place?
Nov 26, 2010 at 10:31 AM
Your dipstick tube may be rotted and have holes in it. If this is the case, the stick may end up going through the hole in the tube, and not go into the oil pan where it should, resulting in no oil showing on the dipstick. I just had a friend drop off his 2000 explorer with this problem.
Nov 28, 2010 at 4:38 PM
Same problem here. 2000 XLT 5.0. There is a hole punched through right at the bend where it turns into the pan. Where does one purchase a properly sized (length) dipstick tube to replace? This is a first for me.
Dec 19, 2010 at 1:03 PM
You need to start a new question of your own please.
Dec 19, 2010 at 1:04 PM
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