11 13 000 Removing and installing, sealing or replacing oil sump (N55)

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IMPORTANT: Aluminum screws/bolts are permitted with and without color coding (blue).
Aluminum screws/bolts must be replaced each time they are released.
For reliable identification:
Aluminum screws/bolts are not magnetic.
Jointing torque and angle of rotation must be observed without fail (risk of damage).

Necessary preliminary tasks:

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

NOTE: The lines must be detached from the oil sump on vehicles with automatic transmission; if necessary, detach oil pump and place to one side.

Release bolts (3) on transmission.

Tightening torque: 11 13 6AZ .

Detach return hose (2).

IMPORTANT: Different screw lengths for securing the oil sump are fitted in vehicles with all-wheel drive or with or without automatic transmission.
Observe different tightening torques.

Fig 1: Identifying Return Hose And Bolts Along Line

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Release bolts along line (1).

For vehicles with four-wheel drive or automatic transmission:

Tightening torque: 11 13 2 AND 3AZ .

Additionally for vehicles with four-wheel drive:

Tightening torque: 11 13 4AZ .

Installation note:

Replace aluminum screws.

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

Tightening torque: 11 13 7AZ .

Installation note:

Replace sealing ring.

IMPORTANT: There must be no adhesive residues in the lower crankcase section retaining threads.
Clean retaining threads and sealing surfaces.

Installation note:

Replace all gaskets.

Assemble engine.