12 61 285 Replacing engine oil level sensor (N52T)
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IMPORTANT:
Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD PROTECTION)
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Necessary preliminary work:
- Switch off ignition.
- Remove REINFORCEMENT PLATE .
- Drain ENGINE OIL .
Release connector (1) and remove.
Unscrew nuts.
Tightening torque 12 61 2AZ .
Remove oil level sensor (2).
Installation note:
Clean sealing surface on oil sump.
Replace gasket 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.
NOTE:
Check stored fault message.
Delete fault memory.
Delete fault memory.