12 61 285 Replacing engine oil level sensor (N63)
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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 , see 31 10 010 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING REINFORCEMENT PLATE .
- Drain engine oil , see 11 00... SERVICE - ENGINE OIL (N63) .
Unlock plug (1) and remove.
Unscrew nuts (2).
Tightening torque 12 61 2AZ, see 12 61 OIL PRESSURE, OIL TEMPERATURE, OIL LEVEL DISPLAY .
Remove oil level sensor (3).
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.