11 13 000 Removing and installing, sealing or replacing oil sump (N20, N26)

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Drain and add ENGINE OIL 
• Lower front axle  . See 31 11 506 LOWERING/RAISING FRONT AXLE SUPPORT (UNIVERSAL LIFTER) or 31 11 506 LOWERING/RAISING FRONT AXLE SUPPORT (UNIVERSAL LIFTER)

Disconnect plug connection on oil level sensor.

Release bolts along line (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Oil Sump Bolts Line

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Tightening torque: 11 13 3AZ .

Remove synthetic oil pan in downwards direction.

Assemble engine.