Engine - Excessively High/Low Oil Dipstick Readings
TA00 1201
February 16, 2000
ATTENTION:
Service Manager
Service Advisor
Technician
Incorrect Dipsticks Fitted
AFFECTED VEHICLES:
Discovery Series II (LT) Up to YA261798
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Range Rover (LP) Up to YA435869
SITUATION:
On non-LEV engines, oil level reads very high above full indicator mark on dipstick
OR
On LEV engines, oil level is very low or no oil is indicated on the dipstick.
These readings are most likely the result of the incorrect specification dipstick being fitted to the engines. Prior to the above safe VINs the following
conditions may be encountered.
^ LEV engines with non-LEV dipsticks (ERR4905)
^ Non-LEV engines with LEV dipsticks (LQM1OO92O)
RESOLUTION:
At PDI, verify oil level following normal procedures.
^ If a reading that is too high or too low is encountered, inspect the end of the dipstick for a plastic tip and measure the length of the dipstick to
verify that the correct dipstick is fitted to the vehicle.
^ If it is determined that the dipstick is the wrong specification, install the correct part number from swap stock if available or using a new part.
PARTS INFORMATION:
NOTE:
Retailers should retain any dipsticks swapped out of vehicles for potential use in a second vehicle with the opposite problem. There is nothing
