Refitting sump
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NOTE:
RISK OF DAMAGE
Contaminant or foreign body.
Contamination can result in malfunctions, loss of function or leaks.
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:
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.
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.
The sealing surfaces must be free of oil, grease and cleaning agents.
- Remove fine seal remains on the sealing surface (1) and the sealing surface on the engine block 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 |
| 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.
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.
The sealing surfaces must be free of oil, grease and cleaning agents.
- Remove coarse sealing remains on the sealing surface (1) and the sealing surface on the engine block 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 |
| 20, Canister | 83192365215 |
- Have the special tool 2 469 803 ready.
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
For additional information see: OVERVIEW OF CONSUMABLES (BMW PARTS CATALOGUE) .
For additional information see: OVERVIEW OF CONSUMABLES (BMW PARTS CATALOGUE) .
- Position the sealing compound (1) as shown on the special tool 2 469 803
.
Parts: Sealing compound
SEALING COMPOUND SPECIFICATION
| Loctite 5970 liquid sealing compound Processing time <10 minutes at room temperature |
50 ml, Cartridge | 83190404517 |
NOTE:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The sealing surfaces must be free of oil, grease and cleaning agents.
The sealing surfaces must be free of oil, grease and cleaning agents.
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.
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.
- Apply the sealing compound (1) along the line with a height of 2 mm to 2.5 mm.
- Completely encircle the oil return orifice (arrow) with the sealing compound.
- Apply the sealing compound along the inner edge.
NOTE:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The special tool 11 8 780 is only required when the transmission is removed.
The special tool 11 8 780 is only required when the transmission is removed.
- Position the special tool 0 496 120 (11 8 780) with the transmission bolts (1) in such a way that the oil pan aligns exactly with the engine block.
- If necessary, replace lining sleeves.
NOTE:
RISK OF DAMAGE
Improper screw length can cause component damage.
The use of screws of improper length can lead to component 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.
- 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.
- Install oil sump (1) to top front.
- Tighten all bolts of the oil pan hand-tight, do not tighten completely.
- Tighten down screws (1).
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
| Transmission to oil pan (manual transmission and automatic transmission) | ||
|---|---|---|
| M8x50 | Tightening torque | 19 Nm |
- Attach cable.
- Connect connector.
- Tighten down screws (1) and (2).
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
| Oil sump to crankcase | ||
|---|---|---|
| M8x110 | Tightening torque | 24 Nm |
- Tighten the screws (1) to (7).
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
| Oil sump to crankcase | ||
|---|---|---|
| M8x30 | Tightening torque | 24 Nm |
- Tighten the screws (1) to (7).
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
| Oil sump to crankcase | ||
|---|---|---|
| M8x30 | Tightening torque | 24 Nm |
- Tighten the screws (1), (2) and (3).
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
| Oil sump to crankcase | ||
|---|---|---|
| M8x30 | Tightening torque | 24 Nm |