12 61 285 Replacing engine oil level sensor (N52, N52K, N51, N46, N54, N53)
IMPORTANT:
Read and comply with Notes On Protection Against Electrostatic Damage (ESD Protection)
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Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Switch off ignition
- E60 / E63 / E64 / E83 / E85 / E86 / E70 only: Remove reinforcement plate
- E81 / E87 / E90 / E91 / E92 / E93 only: Remove Underbody Protection
- Drain off Engine Oil
Unlock plug (1) and remove.
Unscrew nuts.
For tightening torque refer to 12 61 2AZ in OIL PRESSURE - OIL TEMPERATURE .
Remove oil level sensor (2).
Installation:
Clean sealing face on oil sump.
Replace seal on oil level sensor.
An excessively low torque value will result in oil leaks.
An excessively high torque value will result in damage to the oil level sensor.
Top up engine oil.