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.
These operations are described in the section BMW engine oil service.00 00 250 BMW ENGINE OIL SERVICE INCL. SUPPLEMENTARY SERVICE (M54 / M56)
Remove reinforcement plate.
IMPORTANT:
The section Removing and installing reinforcement plate contains important installation instructions. See 51 71 374 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING REINFORCEMENT PLATE ON 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.
Installation:
Screw on oil-filter cover tightly.
Top up engine oil. See 00 00 250 BMW ENGINE OIL SERVICE INCL. SUPPLEMENTARY SERVICE (M54 / M56)