12 61 285 Replacing oil level sensor

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Switch off ignition.
• Unfasten oil filter cap to enable engine oil in filter to flow back into the oil sump.
• Remove reinforcement plate.
• Drain off engine oil.

Unlock plug (1) and remove.

Unscrew nuts.

Remove oil level sensor (2).

Installation: 

Clean sealing face on oil sump.

Replace seal on oil level sensor.

Tightening torque, refer to 12 61 2AZ in ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Installation: 

Top up engine oil.

Tighten down oil filter cap.

Tightening torque, refer to 11 42 2AZ in ENGINE MECHANICAL - TIGHTENING TORQUES - 530I .