Removing upper oil sump section, engine removed

Screw connection of upper oil sump section 

Fig 1: Upper Oil Sump Section Screws Loosening Sequence

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• Unlock plug connection (1)  and disconnect.
• Unlock plug connection (2)  and disconnect.
• Release, feed out and remove the oil pressure sensor (3)  .
• Loosen the clamp (arrow).

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• Release the cable (1)  from the clamp (2)  .

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• Loosen screw (25)  to (3)  .
  Fig 2: Upper Oil Sump Section Screws Loosening Sequence

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• Loosen screws (1)  and (2)  .
• With the assistance of another person guide out the upper oil sump section (3)  and remove it.

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