11 13 020 Removing and installing/replacing lower oil sump section (N63)
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Necessary preliminary work:
- Remove underbody protection at front and rear. See UNDERBODY PROTECTION (FRONT) and UNDERBODY PROTECTION (REAR) .
- Release oil drain plug and drain ENGINE OIL .
- Remove STIFFENING PLATE (all-wheel drive vehicles).
Unlock plug connection (1) on oil level sensor and disconnect.
Release screws (2) along line.
Tightening torque 11 13 3AZ .
Remove lower oil sump section (3).
Installation note:
Clean sealing surfaces.
Replace gasket.
Replace screws.
When replacing lower oil sump section:
Convert oil level sensor.
Replace sealing ring.
NOTE:
Procedure with four-wheel drive.
Unlock plug connection (1) on oil level sensor and disconnect.
Release screws (2) along line.
Tightening torque 11 13 3AZ .
Remove lower oil sump section (3).
Installation note:
Clean sealing surfaces.
Replace gasket.
Replace screws.
When replacing lower oil sump section:
Convert oil level sensor.
Replace sealing ring.