12 61 285 Replacing level switch for engine oil (M62, M54, S54, M56)

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Switch off ignition.
Unfasten cover on full-flow oil filter to enable engine oil in filter to flow back into the oil sump.
Drain engine oil.

Remove reinforcement plate. See FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unscrew nuts (2).

Remove level switch (3).

Installation:

Clean sealing surface on oil sump and replace seal of level switch.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Plug Connection

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Installation:

Screw on oil-filter cover tightly.

Tightening torque, see 11 42 2AZ in ENGINE - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Top up engine oil.