Removing the oil-level sensor

WARNING: High-voltage system.
The high-voltage system operates on the basis of hazardous, electrical voltage and high currents. Mortal hazard through electric shock!

All work on the high-voltage system may only be carried out by specially trained and technically experienced personnel.
For additional information see: SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ON HANDLING HYBRID CARS .
For additional information see: NOTES ON REPAIR OF HIGH-VOLTAGE BATTERY UNIT .

WARNING: Heavy component falling down or tipping.
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!

Before lowering or removing the front axle: Secure the engine in the installation position.
For additional information see: 11 00 670 Securing engine in INSTALLATION POSITION .

WARNING: Car may slip off the vehicle hoist where components are supported.
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!

Secure the vehicle hoist against lowering and lifting.

WARNING: Vehicle may slip off the vehicle hoist if the vehicle hoist is handled incorrectly.
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!

Observe safety instructions on raising the vehicle using a vehicle hoist.
For additional information see: 00... Raise the vehicle using a VEHICLE LIFT. .

WARNING: Car may slip off the vehicle hoist if the weight is distributed unevenly.
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!

Ensure there is a specific weight compensation on the car.

Preliminary work

Refer to BRINGING THE ENGINE TO THE INSTALLATION POSITION .
Refer to REMOVING THE ACOUSTIC COVER .
Refer to REMOVING FRONT RIGHT WHEEL .
Refer to REMOVING THE FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
Refer to REMOVING THE CENTER UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
Refer to REMOVING COVER ON THE EXHAUST SYSTEM .
Refer to REMOVING REAR UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
Refer to RELEASING THE OIL DRAIN PLUG
Refer to TIGHTENING THE OIL DRAIN PLUG
Refer to REMOVING THE COVER FOR THE STEERING ASSEMBLY ON THE RIGHT .
Refer to REMOVING FRONT RIGHT WHEEL ARCH TRIM .
Refer to REMOVING REAR SECTION OF THE FRONT RIGHT WHEEL ARCH COVER .
Refer to REMOVING THE WHEEL ARCH COVER ON THE FRONT LEFT AND BOTTOM RIGHT
Refer to INSTALLING THE ENGINE BRIDGE .
Refer to RELEASING THE ENGINE SUPPORT BRACKETS ON THE ENGINE MOUNTS ON LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to RAISING THE ENGINE WITH THE ENGINE BRIDGE .
Refer to DETACHING STEERING SHAFT AT BOTTOM FROM STEERING GEAR .
Refer to RELEASING THE EPS WIRING HARNESS FROM THE ELECTROMECHANICAL STEERING GEAR .
Refer to DETACHING THE LINE CONNECTION OF THE RIDE HEIGHT SENSOR .
Refer to IF INSTALLED: DISCONNECT THE VACUUM LINE OF THE ENGINE MOUNTS .
Refer to DETACHING THE ANTI-ROLL BAR LINK FROM THE ANTI-ROLL BAR ON THE RIGHT AND LEFT .
Refer to PREPARING THE SPECIAL TOOL .
Refer to SUPPORT THE FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .
Refer to SECURING THE FRONT AXLE SUPPORT AT THE SPECIAL TOOL .
Refer to DETACHING AND LOWERING THE FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .

WARNING: Hot surfaces.
Risk of burning!

Perform all work only on components that have cooled down.

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Electrostatic discharge.
Damage to or destruction of electrical components.

Leave the electrical components in their original packaging until they are being installed. Only use the original packaging for returning the product. Always package removed components straight away.
Read and comply with user information on using the associated special tool 12 7 060.
Only tap the housings of electrical components. Do not tap pins or multi-pin connectors directly.
Wear electrically conductive clothing and antistatic shoes (with ESD symbol).
For additional information, see: NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .

Release the cover (1) in the marked area.

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Unlock and loosen connector (1).
Unscrew the nut (arrows).
Remove the oil-level sensor (2).

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