Removing the oil-level sensor

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: 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.
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: RAISING THE VEHICLE WITH 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 DEACTIVATING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM .
Refer to REMOVING THE ACOUSTIC COVER .
Refer to MOVING THE HOOD TO 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 THE COWL COVER .
Refer to REMOVING THE FIREWALL UPPER PART .
Refer to REMOVING ACOUSTIC COVER AT REAR .
Refer to REMOVING IGNITION COILS .
Refer to REMOVING FUEL DELIVERY LINE .
Refer to REMOVING THE TOP RIGHT AND LEFT COVER IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT .
Refer to REMOVING STAND FOR THE HOOD GASKET LEFT AND RIGHT .
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 INSTALLING THE COVER PANEL FOR THE FRONT AXLE LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to RELEASING THE OIL DRAIN PLUG .
Refer to TIGHTENING THE OIL DRAIN PLUG .
Refer to INSTALLING THE ENGINE BRIDGE .
Refer to RELEASING THE ENGINE SUPPORT BRACKETS ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT ENGINE MOUNTS .
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: DISCONNECTING 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 PREPARING THE SPECIAL TOOL .
Refer to SUPPORTING THE FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .
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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