17 22 030 Removing and installing/replacing engine oil pipe for oil cooler (N54, N54T)

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

WARNING: Risk of scalding!
Only perform this repair work after engine has cooled down.

IMPORTANT: Wear protective gloves and safety goggles.

Recycling:

Engine oil escapes when engine oil pipes are released.

Catch and dispose of emerging engine oil.

Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Release screw.

Tightening torque 17 21 1AZ .

Detach engine oil pipe (1) from oil filter control housing.

Catch and dispose of emerging engine oil.

Fig 1: Locating Oil Filter Control Housing Engine Oil Pipe

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Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 17 21 2AZ .

Disconnect engine oil pipe (1) from engine oil cooler flange and remove.

Catch and dispose of emerging engine oil.

Fig 2: Identifying Engine Oil Cooler And Screws

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Installation note:

Replace sealing rings on engine oil pipes.

Fig 3: Locating Engine Oil Pipe Sealing Rings

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NOTE: Check the engine oil level after repair work is completed. Top up engine oil if necessary.