Product Description:
Hawks Motorsports is pleased to offer our clients the following.
This new reproduction transmission-fluid dipstick and tube pair is designed for compatible 1998-2002 Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird models equipped with the 5.7L V8 and 4L60E automatic transmission. The coordinated pieces restore the factory-style fluid-level checking point when an original tube is bent, corroded, missing or damaged.
| Feature | Product specification |
| Producer | Hawks Restoration Parts |
| Product type | automatic-transmission fluid dipstick and tube |
| Vehicle application | 1998-2002 Camaro / Firebird with 5.7L V8 and 4L60E automatic |
| Original / application reference | GM 12560267 and 12560295 |
| Condition | New reproduction |
| Quantity | One dipstick and one tube |
- One automatic-transmission fluid dipstick
- One application-specific dipstick tube
- 5.7L V8 / 4L60E F-Body configuration
Engine and Transmission Match
Fitment requires the fourth-generation F-Body 5.7L V8 and 4L60E automatic arrangement. Manual-transmission and V6 applications use different components.
Fluid-Level Reference
The dipstick provides the level reference only when paired with the correct tube, transmission, pan and vehicle attitude. Follow the factory temperature and shift-cycle procedure.
Original References
The pair references GM 12560267 and GM 12560295.
| Year / application | Required configuration |
| 1998 Chevrolet Camaro / Pontiac Firebird | 5.7L V8; 4L60E automatic transmission; factory-style dipstick routing |
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro / Pontiac Firebird | 5.7L V8; 4L60E automatic transmission; factory-style dipstick routing |
| 2000 Chevrolet Camaro / Pontiac Firebird | 5.7L V8; 4L60E automatic transmission; factory-style dipstick routing |
| 2001 Chevrolet Camaro / Pontiac Firebird | 5.7L V8; 4L60E automatic transmission; factory-style dipstick routing |
| 2002 Chevrolet Camaro / Pontiac Firebird | 5.7L V8; 4L60E automatic transmission; factory-style dipstick routing |
Model, trim and equipment availability can vary. Compare the original component, installation location and product photographs before ordering.
- Confirm the 5.7L V8 and 4L60E application.
- Document the original tube routing and clearance from exhaust components.
- Remove the old tube without allowing debris into the transmission.
- Inspect and lubricate the tube seal as specified by the service manual.
- Seat the reproduction tube fully and insert the matching dipstick.
- Check fluid level using the factory temperature and operating procedure.
Which transmission is this set for?
It is intended for compatible 4L60E automatic-transmission applications.
Does it fit a T56 manual car?
No. A manual transmission does not use this automatic-transmission dipstick arrangement.
Why must the proper checking procedure be followed?
Automatic-transmission fluid level changes with temperature and operating condition.
What should be compared before ordering?
Compare the original component, vehicle configuration and product photographs.
Why is model year alone not enough?
Engine, trim and prior modifications can change the installed arrangement.
