Multi-part oil sump
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The oil sump is made of aluminum and designed in two parts. The oil filter is installed in the upper part of the oil sump and accessible from the bottom. The oil pump is screwed to the upper part of the oil sump and driven by the crankshaft with a chain. The drive chain and camshaft sprocket are separated from the oil to prevent the engine oil from foaming up. The oil deflector is integrated in the upper part of the oil sump. The oil drain plug in the oil filter cover has been discontinued.
The following graphic shows the multi-part oil sump. For better illustration of the components, the graphic is turned by 180°.
| Index | Explanation |
|---|---|
| 1 | Oil return pipe |
| 2 | Intake pipe for the pressure pump |
| 3 | Pendulum slide cell pump |
| 4 | Crankshaft chain drive |
| 5 | Thermostat |
| 6 | Oil filter cap |
| 7 | Connection of engine oil cooler |
| 8 | Connection to engine oil cooler |