11 13 000 Removing and installing, sealing or replacing oil sump (N54, N54T)

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

IMPORTANT: When working on the engine oil, coolant or fuel circuit, you must protect the alternator against contamination.

Risk of damage!

Cover alternator with suitable materials.

Failure to comply with this procedure may result in an alternator malfunction.

IMPORTANT: Aluminium screws/bolts must be replaced each time they are released .
Aluminium screws/bolts are permitted with and without
colour coding (blue).

For reliable identification:

Aluminium screws/bolts are not magnetic .

Jointing torque and angle of rotation must be observed without fail (risk of damage) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove engine guard
Secure engine in INSTALLATION POSITION
LOWER FRONT AXLE
Observe tightening specifications without fail during installation.
Drain and add ENGINE OIL

NOTE: On vehicles with option SA205 (automatic transmission), it is necessary to remove the transmission oil cooler lines from the oil sump.

Release bolts (3) on transmission.

Tightening torque 11 13 6AZ .

Detach return hose (2).

IMPORTANT: Bolts of oil sump have different lengths. Observe different tightening torques.

Fig 1: Identifying Transmission Bolts, Return Hose, Line And Nuts

Release bolts along line (1).

Tightening torque 11 13 2 AND 3AZ .

Installation note:

Replace aluminium screws.

If necessary, release nuts (4). Remove oil level sensor.

Tightening torque 11 13 8AZ .

Installation note:

Replace sealing ring.

IMPORTANT: There must be no adhesive residues in the lower crankcase retaining threads.

Clean retaining threads and sealing surfaces.

Installation note:

Replace all seals.

Assemble engine.