12 61 280 Removing and installing/replacing oil pressure switch (N57 D30 O/T 1)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove INTAKE SILENCER HOUSING .

IMPORTANT: A small amount of engine oil emerges when oil pressure switch is removed.
Have a cleaning cloth ready.

Release connector (1) and remove.

Release oil pressure switch (2).

Tightening torque 12 61 1AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Oil Pressure Switch And Connector

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Reassemble the vehicle.

Check engine oil level.