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11 13 000 Removing and installing, sealing or replacing oil sump (AWD)

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IMPORTANT:

When performing repair work on the engine oil, coolant or fuel circuit, you must protect the alternator against dirt contamination.

Risk of damage! 

Cover alternator with suitable materials.

Failure to comply with this procedure may result in an alternator malfunction.

IMPORTANT:

Aluminum screws/bolts must be replaced each time they are released  .

Aluminium screws/bolts are permitted with and without color coding (blue).

For reliable identification:

Aluminium screws/bolts are not magnetic  .

Jointing torque and angle of rotation must be observed without fail (risk of damage)  .

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

NOTE: On vehicles with option SA205 (automatic transmission), it is necessary to remove the transmission oil cooler lines from the oil sump.

Release bolts (3) on transmission.

Tightening torque: 19 Nm

Detach return hose (2).

IMPORTANT:

Bolts of oil sump have different lengths.

Observe different tightening torques. 

Release bolts along line (1).

Tightening torque: see 2AZ and 3AZ in 11 13 OIL PAN .

Installation note: 

Replace aluminum screws. 

If necessary, release nuts (4). Remove oil level sensor.

Tightening torque: 8 Nm

Installation note: 

Replace sealing ring. 

IMPORTANT:

There must be no adhesive residues in the lower crankcase section retaining threads.

Clean retaining threads and sealing surfaces. 

Installation note: 

Replace all gaskets. 

Fig 1: Identifying Bolts On Transmission
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Assemble engine.