Removing upper oil sump section

Unlock and disconnect plug connections (1) .
Disengage the cable bracket (2) .

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Position the special tool 0 493 936 (11 9 240) (2) on the oil filter housing.
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Collect and dispose of emerging fluids. Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.
Release oil filter housing (1) .
Remove oil filter housing (1) with filter.

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Loosen nut (1) .
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Collect and dispose of emerging fluids. Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.
Pull off engine oil pipes (2) .

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Loosen screws (1) .
Unscrew the bolts (2) with the special tool 0 496 646 (11 4 410).

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Loosen screws in areas (1) .

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Support upper oil sump section with transmission jack (1) .

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Loosen screws (1) .

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Loosen screws (1) .
Lower transmission jack.
Feed out the oil sump and remove.

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