Releasing the oil drain plug

WARNING: Hot fluids.
Risk of scalding!

Conduct all work in the vehicle wearing appropriate personal protective equipment only.

If applicable, open the service cap.
NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Catch and dispose of drained motor oil in a suitable collecting vessel. Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.
Release oil drain plug (1).
Drain motor oil.

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