Dorman 918-665 Engine Oil Dipstick

OE-Style Engine Oil Dipstick for GM V8 Applications

Dorman 918-665 is an engine oil dipstick built to match the fit and function of the original equipment part in specified applications. It features clearly marked level indicators for accurate oil checks and a metal construction with a yellow plastic handle for easy identification under the hood.

Compatible With 2014-2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2015-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 2015-2020 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2015-2020 GMC Yukon, and other listed Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC applications. This part number, 918-665, is a direct replacement style solution for vehicles that use the matching OE dipstick design.

Key Features

• Metal dipstick construction for OE-style durability
• Clearly distinguished level marks for easier oil level reading
• Yellow plastic handle for quick visual identification
• Gasket or seal included
• Length: 21.89 in.
• Package contents: 1 dipstick
• Cross-reference: This part cross-references OE number 12643278 for the same application.

Detailed Description

Dorman 918-665 is engineered as a replacement engine oil dipstick for specified GM trucks and SUVs, including Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, GMC Yukon, Cadillac Escalade, and related models. The dipstick is made from metal and uses a yellow plastic handle to simplify service checks. Its level marks are clearly separated and properly gauged to support accurate oil measurement during routine maintenance. The included gasket or seal helps complete the replacement at the tube interface where applicable.

Use this OE-style dipstick when the original part is bent, missing, damaged, or difficult to read. The 21.89-inch length and fixed design are matched to the listed applications, and the part number 918-665 should be verified against the vehicle’s original dipstick before installation.

What This Part Helps Solve

• Broken or missing engine oil dipstick
• Unreadable or worn oil level markings
• Incorrect oil level readings during maintenance
• Handle damage that makes removal difficult
• Replacement needs after dipstick corrosion or bending

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm vehicle application by year, make, and model before ordering. Compare the original dipstick length, handle style, and seal design to Dorman 918-665 before installation. Clean the dipstick tube opening and inspect the sealing area so the replacement seats properly. After installation, check the oil level with the engine off and the vehicle on level ground for an accurate reading.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this engine oil dipstick to match original equipment fit and function in the listed applications. The level markings are gauged for accuracy, supporting consistent oil checks on compatible Chevrolet, GMC, and Cadillac vehicles.