12 61 285 Removing and refitting/replacing engine oil level sensor (N47 D20 O 1 with SCR)

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DAMAGE (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Release screws (1).

Remove connecting link (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Screws And Connecting Link

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Release cable from cable retainer.

Release screws (1).

Remove cable clip (2).

Partially detach sound insulation on the bottom.

Fig 2: Identifying Screws And Cable Clip

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Unlock connector (1) and remove.

Unscrew nuts (2).

Tightening torque: 12 61 2AZ .

Remove oil level sensor.

Installation note:

Clean sealing surface on oil sump.

Replace seal on oil level sensor.

An excessively low torque value will result in oil leaks.

An excessively high torque value will result in damage to the oil level sensor.

Top up engine oil.

Fig 3: Identifying Connector And Nuts

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NOTE: Check stored fault messages.
Clear diagnostic fault entries from fault memory.