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Old Jan 28, 2008 | 11:02 AM
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I found the leak its the oil sending unit, , whats the trick to install new sender , Do i need to remove distributor cap etc.?
 
Old Jan 28, 2008 | 11:13 AM
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Yes, you will have to remove the distributor and there is a specific procedure involved. I highly recommend getting a Haynes repair manual for your truck and reading the section about how to do this job. It's not hard, just have to follow the steps correctly.
 
Old Jan 29, 2008 | 03:52 AM
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Default RE: Leaking oil sender !!

I got a nasty oil leak as well haven't thought about the sender at all looks like I have something else to look at to replace!!
 
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