Refitting/installing oil pan

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Contaminant or foreign body.
Contamination can result in malfunctions, loss of function or leaks.

Adhere to the utmost cleanliness.
Protect components from contamination e.g. by covering.
Close off line connections with seal plugs.

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The sealing surfaces must be free of oil, grease and cleaning agents.

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to the surface.
The use of metal-cutting tools (e.g., emery cloths) for cleaning surfaces can damage them and lead to leaks and/or engine damage.

Do not use any metal-cutting tools.

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Remove fine seal remains on the sealing surface (1) of the oil pan with the special tool 0 495 102 (11 4 470).
Clean the sealing surface (1) with brake cleaner.

CONSUMABLE SPECIFICATION

Brake cleaner 2.0	500 ml, Spray can	83192365214
Brake cleaner 2.0	20, Canister	83192365215

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to the surface.
The use of metal-cutting tools (e.g., emery cloths) for cleaning surfaces can damage them and lead to leaks and/or engine damage.

Do not use any metal-cutting tools.

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The sealing surfaces must be free of oil, grease and cleaning agents.

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Remove rough seal remains on the sealing surface (1) of the crankcase with the special tool 0 495 102 (11 4 470).
Clean the sealing surface (1) with brake cleaner.

CONSUMABLE SPECIFICATION

Brake cleaner 2.0	500 ml, Spray can	83192365214
Brake cleaner 2.0	20, Canister	83192365215

Have the special tool 2 469 803 ready.

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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
For additional information see: 11 00... OVERVIEW OF CONSUMABLES in applicable BMW parts catalogue

Position the sealing compound (1) as shown on the special tool 2 469 803.

Parts: Sealant

SEALING COMPOUND SPECIFICATION

Loctite 5970 liquid sealing compound Processing time <10 minutes at room temperature

50 ml, Cartridge

83190404517

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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The processing time of the liquid sealing compound can be at a maximum of 10 min.
Commissioning of the assembly is not possible until 25 minutes after the processing time.
Non-observance can lead to leaks in the assembly.

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Apply the sealing compound (1) along the line with a height of 2 mm to 2.5 mm.
Apply the sealing compound along the inner edge.
Completely encircle the oil return orifice (arrow) with the sealing compound.

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The special tool 11 8 780 is only required when the transmission is removed.

Position special tool 0 496 120 (11 8 780) with transmission bolts (1) in such a way that the oil pan aligns exactly with the crankcase.
If necessary, replace fitting sleeves.

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NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Improper screw length can cause component damage.
The use of screws of improper length can lead to component damage.

Note the correct screw length.
Install screws that correspond to the original length.

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Make sure that the correct screw (2) (M8x40) is used to attach the oil pan to the transmission.
The screw (1) (mounting bolt of the starter motor) must never be used to attach the oil pan.
Insert and install oil pan (1) to top front.
Tighten all bolts of the oil pan (1) hand-tight , do not tighten completely.

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Tighten screws (arrows).

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION

Oil sump to crankcase
M8x30 M8x110	Tightening torque	24 Nm

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Tighten screws (arrows).

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION

Oil sump to crankcase
M8x30 M8x110	Tightening torque	24 Nm

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Tighten screws (arrows).

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION

Oil sump to crankcase
M8x30 M8x110	Tightening torque	24 Nm

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Tighten transmission screws (1) .

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION

Transmission to oil pan (manual transmission and automatic transmission)
M8 x 50	Tightening torque	19 Nm

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Secure the clamps (arrows).
Connect and lock the connector (1) .
Make sure the connector (1) engages audibly.

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Follow-up work

Refer to INSTALLING BEARING BRACKET .
Refer to INSTALLING FRONT AXLE DIFFERENTIAL .
Refer to SECURING THE JUNCTURE SHAFT IN FRONT ON THE FRONT AXLE DIFFERENTIAL .
Refer to INSTALLING STARTER MOTOR .
Refer to INSTALLING THE ACOUSTIC COVER FOR THE OIL SUMP .
Refer to INSTALLING THE FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .
Refer to REPLACING THE LEFT AND RIGHT RADIAL SHAFT SEAL .
Refer to INSTALLING THE OUTPUT SHAFT ON LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to ATTACHING THE RIGHT AND LEFT OUTPUT SHAFT ONTO THE WHEEL BEARING .
Refer to PARTIALLY INSTALLING THE AIR DUCT FOR THE BRAKE ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to IF INSTALLED: INSTALLING THE SILENCER OF THE PARKED-CAR HEATING .
Refer to SECURING THE TIE ROD ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT OF THE SWIVEL BEARING .
Refer to ATTACHING THE LEFT AND RIGHT TENSIONING STRUTS ON THE SWIVEL BEARING .
Refer to ATTACHING THE LEFT AND RIGHT WISHBONE ON THE SWIVEL BEARING .
Refer to ATTACHING THE ANTI-ROLL BAR LINK ON THE ANTI-ROLL BAR AT LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to ATTACHING THE LINE CONNECTION TO THE RIDE HEIGHT SENSOR .
Refer to SECURING THE WIRING HARNESS FOR THE EPS ON THE FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .
Refer to SECURING THE STEERING SHAFT AT THE BOTTOM ON THE STEERING GEAR .
Refer to INSTALLING THE REAR SECTION OF THE FRONT WHEEL ARCH COVER .
Refer to INSTALLING THE FRONT SECTION OF THE FRONT WHEEL ARCH COVER .
Refer to INSTALLING THE LOWER WHEEL ARCH COVER ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to INSTALLING THE COVER OF THE STEERING ASSEMBLY ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to TAKING ENGINE OUT OF INSTALLATION ORIENTATION .
Refer to INSTALLING FUEL DELIVERY LINE .
Refer to INSTALLING ALL IGNITION COILS .
Refer to INSTALLING ACOUSTIC COVER AT REAR .
Refer to INSTALLING THE CENTER COWL UPPER PART .
Refer to INSTALLING WINDSHIELD PANEL COVER .
Refer to INSTALLING LEFT AND RIGHT WIPER ARM .
Refer to INSTALLING THE COVER OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT ON THE REAR LEFT .
Refer to INSTALLING THE REAR RIGHT ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER .
Refer to INSTALLING THE REAR HOOD SEAL .
Refer to INSTALLING THE SIDE PANEL SEAL .
Refer to INSTALLING THE LATERAL HOOD SEALS .
Refer to INSTALLING THE CLEAN AIR PIPE WITH THE RESONATOR .
Refer to INSTALLING ACOUSTIC COVER .
Refer to TOPPING UP THE MOTOR OIL .
Refer to INSTALLING THE OIL FILLER CAP .
Refer to RECONNECTING ALL BATTERY GROUND LEADS .
Refer to TOPPING UP/CHECKING FRONT AXLE TRANSMISSION OIL .
Refer to CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL .
Refer to INSTALLING THE STIFFENING PLATE .
Refer to INSTALLING FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
Refer to INSTALLING THE CENTER UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
Refer to INSTALLING UNDERBODY PROTECTION AT REAR .
Refer to INSTALLING THE FRONT LEFT AND RIGHT WHEELS .
Refer to TAKING HOOD OUT OF THE SERVICE POSITION .