11 13 000 Removing and installing, sealing or replacing oil sump (N20) (up to 06.2013)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Drain and add ENGINE OIL .
Lower FRONT AXLE .
REMOVE FRONT AXLE DIFFERENTIAL .
Remove BEARING SUPPORT .

Disconnect plug connection (1) on oil level sensor.

Release bolts (2) on transmission.

Tightening torque: 24 00 1AZ .

Release bolts along line (3).

Tightening torque: 11 13 4AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection On Oil Level Sensor

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Remove oil sump in downward direction.

Assemble engine.