11 13 020 Removing And Installing/Replacing Oil Sump Bottom Section (N62)

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Necessary Preliminary Tasks:

Remove reinforcement plate.

Remove oil drain plug and drain engine oil. Refer to 00 00 610 ENGINE OIL SERVICE (N62/N62TU) .

Unlock and detach plug connection (1) from oil level switch.

Release screws and remove oil sump bottom section (2).

Fig 1: Removing Oil Sump Bottom Section

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Tightening torque, refer to 11 13 2AZ in ENGINE - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Installation:

Clean sealing surfaces.
Replace seal.
Replace screws.

When replacing oil sump bottom section:

Convert oil level sensor.

Replace sealing ring.