11 13 000 Removing and installing, sealing or replacing oil sump (M57T2): Notes

IMPORTANT: When working on the engine oil, coolant or fuel circuit, you must protect the alternator against contamination.
Risk of damage!
Cover alternator with suitable materials.
Failure to comply with this procedure may result in an alternator malfunction.

IMPORTANT: Tightening torques must be observed without fail.
Risk of damage!

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT DIFFERENTIAL
Drain and add engine oil. See 11 00... Engine oil service (M57T2)

Release starter positive lead (3) from holder.

Detach fuel feed line (1) from holder.

Detach fuel return line (4) from holder.

Release screw (2).

Tightening torque, see 11 13 4AZ in 11 13 OIL PAN .

Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Feed And Return Lines And Starter Positive Lead

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Disconnect plug connection (5) and lay to one side.

Unclip electric lead (3) on transmission.

Release bolts (2) on transmission.

Tightening torque, see 11 13 5AZ in 11 13 OIL PAN .

Lay holder (4) to one side.

Disconnect plug connection (1) on oil level sensor.

Fig 2: Identifying Oil Level Sensor Plug Connection, Holder, Transmission Bolts And Electric Lead

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Disconnect electric lead (2) from holder and lay to one side.

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque, see 11 13 4AZ in 11 13 OIL PAN .

Remove guide tube (3) in direction of arrow.