12 61 285 Replacing engine oil level sensor

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DAMAGE (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Switch off ignition
Remove REINFORCEMENT PLATE
Drain ENGINE OIL .

Unlock connector (1) and remove.

Unscrew nuts.

Tightening torque: 8.5 Nm

Remove oil level sensor (2).

Installation note:

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.

Fig 1: Identifying Plug And Oil Level Sensor With Nuts

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Only if the holder for earth strap is installed!

Absolutely reinstall the holder (1) with the earth strap (2)!

Tighten earth strap (2) with screws (3) between the holder and cable clip on the gearbox.

Tightening torque: 8 Nm

If the holder with earth strap is not reinstalled, it can lead to an operating failure of the oil level sensor!

Installation note:

Top up engine oil.

Screw on oil filter cover tightly.

Fig 2: Identifying Oil Level Sensor Earth Strap, Holder And Screws

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