O ring on oil dipstick - 2013 ST Limited

[MountainGranit]

Model: 2013 ST limited

there is an O ring on the dipstick shown as part #02-65 which seats on at the top of threads on dipstick shown as part #02-64. both part numbers are shown in the can am parts motorcycle parts catalog

MY QUESTION IS: when replacing the dipstick to check oil level should the O ring be on dipstick?

thank you,

 

[Cuban Spyder]

O ring

The answer is YES.

 

[Chupaca]

Here's the thing..!!

It makes little difference. That Oring makes it hard to measure. I remove it to make my measure. Your oil level only needs to be on the stick full is a comfort /safety zone for folks that don't check there oil regularly...:thumbup:

 

[clueless]

Make sure you check the oil at operating temp. do not check oil cold it will lead to overfilling the oil

I leave it on just cause it should be on the dipstick all the time. just screw into until lightly tight and remove and check.