Oil pan (lower part), removing and installing: Installing

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Installation is reverse of removal, noting the following:

NOTE: Replace gaskets and O-rings.

Fig 1: Cutting Tube Nozzle At Front Marking

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Cut tube nozzle at front marking (jet diameter approx. 1 mm).

Fig 2: Applying Silicon Sealant Bead To Clean Sealing Surfaces Of Oil Pan (Lower Part)

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Apply silicon sealant bead to clean sealing surfaces of oil pan (lower part) as shown in illustration.

Thickness of sealant bead (arrow): approx. 1.5 mm

NOTE:

The oil pan (lower part) must be installed within 5 minutes after application of silicon sealant.
Sealant bead must not be thicker than specified, otherwise sealant could get into oil pan and clog the oil pump strainer.

Install oil pan (lower part) and pre-tighten all bolts diagonally to 5 Nm.
Tighten bolts of oil pan (lower part) in diagonal pattern to 10 Nm.
Add engine oil and check oil level.