11 13 010 Removing and installing/replacing upper section of oil sump (M62): Installation

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Replace O-ring.

Insert O-ring and washer in oil sump bore.

Fig 1: Inserting O-Ring And Washer In Oil Sump Bore

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Detach oil return line coming from oil separator from oil sump.

Fig 2: Detaching Oil Return Line Coming From Oil Separator

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Replace sealing ring.

Tightening torque,

Detach oil return line coming from main flow oil filter to oil sump.

Fig 3: Detaching Oil Return Line Coming From Main Flow Oil Filter From Oil Sump

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Replace sealing ring.

Tightening torque,

Remove snorkel on oil pump.

Fig 4: Removing Snorkel On Oil Pump

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Replace O-ring.

If necessary, secure O-ring with grease in oil pump.

Fig 5: Replacing O-Ring

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Unfasten screws inside oil sump.

Fig 6: Unfastening Screws For Inside Oil Sump

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Remove cable guide (1) for positive lead.

Fig 7: Removing Cable Guide For Positive Lead

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Unfasten screws to sealing cover.

Fig 8: Unfastening Screws To Sealing Cover

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Unfasten remaining screws from oil sump.

Remove upper oil sump section towards rear.

Sealing faces clean and free of seal debris.

Coat engine block at gap to end cover and to timing case cover with Drei Bond 1209 sealing compound.

Fig 9: Coating Engine Block At Gap

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