Loose dipstick how far into the block?

[Dan19872]

Hi, I'm having abit of a nightmare!

The tube has come out of the block with the dipstick & I don't know how far I should be trying to tap it back in? I've checked other threads for a solution which has been very helpful but Im scared I'll try & smack it in to far!

Any help will be massively appreciated!

Thank you.

[V184]

you should be able to see how far it goes into the block (unpainted) superglue or metal weld holds them in, you wont have to tap or smack it

[Dan19872]

Ok thank you, I'll go & have a look!

[gotgcoalman]

Mine had the weeble wobbles.
Pull the tube out /clean it and give a quick rub with abrasive paper.
clean the hole it goes into.

Apply bearing/stud adhesive to the bottom of the tube.
Push the tube back in (no hammering required just work it side to side ) It'll bottom out when it's fully seated.

Angle the tube so the dipstick doesn't foul on anything when checking the oil and wait for the adhesive to cure.
Did mine over 2 years ago and it hasn't moved.

[Mk5swbhighroof]

You mean the dipstick tube is not meant to move?

[Dan19872]

All sorted now thanks for the replies!

[gotgcoalman]

Did you wrap toilet paper around the base of the tube and bash it back in with a 4lb hammer?