32 41 285 Replacing the oil level sensor for oil reservoir (AWD with N63 engine)

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Necessary preliminary work

Remove front left SUSPENSION CROSS-BRACE
Remove INTAKE PORT for air filter housing

Release screws (1) from oil reservoir (2).

Tightening torque 32 41 1AZ/2AZ

Fig 1: Identifying Screws And Expansion Tank

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NOTE: Raise the oil reservoir and/or push it forward in order to gain better access to plug connection (1).

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Turn level switch (2) counter-clockwise through approx. 45° and remove towards bottom.

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connection And Level Switch

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