Remove oil sump

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

Secure the vehicle hoist against lowering and lifting.
Make sure that the vehicle does not lift off the mounting plates on the vehicle lift.

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: 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.

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: Working on 12 V electrical system .
Risk of short circuits! Risk of fire!

Make sure that there is no charger connected to the jump start terminal in the engine compartment.
Detach battery ground lead from battery.
For auxiliary batteries: Detach battery minus cables from all auxiliary batteries.

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to battery terminal, the safety battery terminal or the intelligent battery sensor (IBS) .
Damaged battery terminals can lead to malfunctions or vehicle electrical system faults .

Detach battery terminal from battery pole by carefully shifting to and fro. Do not pry off using a tool.

Preliminary work

Refer to REMOVING FLAP IN LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM PANEL ON RIGHT .
Refer to DE-ENERGIZING THE HIGH-VOLTAGE SYSTEM .
Refer to CHECKING THAT NO VOLTAGE IS APPLIED .
Refer to DISCONNECTING THE NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE (STARTER UNIT BATTERY) .
Refer to REMOVING BATTERY COVER IN TRUNK .
Refer to DISCONNECTING THE NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE OF THE SYSTEM BATTERY .
Refer to BRINGING FRONT COMPARTMENT LID IN THE SERVICE POSITION .
Refer to REMOVING THE COVER OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AT THE REAR LEFT .
Refer to REMOVING THE COVER OF THE REAR RIGHT ENGINE COMPARTMENT .
Refer to REMOVING THE SEAL FOR THE HOOD REAR .
Refer to REMOVING LEFT AND RIGHT WIPER ARM .
Refer to REMOVING COWL COVER .
Refer to REMOVING THE CENTER COWL UPPER PART .
Refer to INSTALLING THE SEAL FOR THE HOOD GASKET LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to REMOVING THE ACOUSTIC COVER .
Refer to REMOVING ACOUSTIC COVER AT REAR .
Refer to REMOVING ALL IGNITION COILS .
Refer to REMOVING FUEL DELIVERY LINE .
Refer to REMOVING THE CLEAN AIR PIPE .
Refer to REMOVING THE OIL FILLER CAP .
Refer to REMOVING THE FRONT LEFT AND RIGHT WHEELS .
Refer to REMOVING THE FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
Refer to REMOVING THE CENTER UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
Refer to REMOVING REAR UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
Refer to REMOVING THE COVER OF THE STEERING ASSEMBLY ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to REMOVING THE LOWER LEFT AND RIGHT WHEEL ARCH COVER .
Refer to REMOVING THE FRONT WHEEL ARCH TRIM .
Refer to REMOVING THE REAR SECTION OF THE FRONT WHEEL ARCH COVER FRONT .
Refer to RELEASING THE OIL DRAIN PLUG .
Refer to TIGHTENING THE OIL DRAIN PLUG .
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 RELEASING THE ELECTRIC COOLANT PUMP AND COOLANT HOSES FROM THE FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .
Refer to DETACHING THE ANTI-ROLL BAR LINK FROM THE ANTI-ROLL BAR ON THE RIGHT AND LEFT .
Refer to RELEASING WISHBONE ON RIGHT AND LEFT FROM SWIVEL BEARING .
Refer to RELEASING THE TENSION STRUTS FROM THE SWIVEL BEARING ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to RELEASING THE RIGHT AND LEFT TIE ROD FROM THE SWIVEL BEARING .
Refer to RELEASING THE LEFT AND RIGHT OUTPUT SHAFT FROM WHEEL BEARING .
Refer to RAISING THE ENGINE WITH THE ENGINE BRIDGE .
Refer to PREPARING THE SPECIAL TOOL .
Refer to DETACHING AND REMOVING THE FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .
Refer to REMOVE THE ACOUSTIC COVER OF THE OIL SUMP .
Refer to REMOVING OUTPUT SHAFT .
Refer to REMOVING BEARING BRACKET .
Refer to REMOVING FRONT AXLE DIFFERENTIAL .
Refer to REMOVING STARTER MOTOR .

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
Collect and dispose of emerging fluids. Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.

Unlock and detach the clamps (arrows).
Unlock and loosen connector (1) .

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Unscrew the transmission bolts (1) .

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Loosen the transmission bolt (1) .

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Remove screws (arrows).

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Remove screws (arrows).

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Remove screws (arrows).

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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Increased force may be necessary during disassembly because the component is bonded with liquid sealing compound.

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Detach the oil pan (1) in the marked areas (2) with suitable tools (3) .
Thread out the oil pan (1) down and back and remove.