Refitting oil pan

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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: 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 .

Do not use any metal-cutting tools.

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The sealing surfaces must be free of oil, grease and cleaning agents.

Using the special tool 0 495 102 (11 4 470) , remove the remains of the coarse seal from the sealing face (1) of the crankcase.
Clean the sealing surface (1) with brake cleaner.

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CONSUMABLE SPECIFICATION

Brake cleaner 2.0	500 ml, Spray can	83192365214
Brake cleaner 2.0	20, Canister	83192365215

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The sealing surfaces must be free of oil, grease and cleaning agents.

Remove fine seal remains on the sealing surface (1) of the oil pan 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
Brake cleaner 2.0	20, Canister	83192365215

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Have the special tool 2 469 803 ready.

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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
For additional information see: OVERVIEW OF CONSUMABLES

Position the sealing compound (1) as shown on the special tool 2 469 803 .
Parts: Sealant

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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.

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Apply sealing bead (1) with the sealing compound in the marked area along the inner edge.

SEALING COMPOUND SPECIFICATION

Loctite 5970 liquid sealing compound Processing time <10 minutes at room temperature

50 ml, Cartridge

83190404517

TECHNICAL DATA SPECIFICATION

Height of the sealing bead
2.0 mm... 2.5 mm

Completely encircle the oil return orifice (arrow) with the sealing compound.

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
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 timing case cover.
Replace the centering sleeves where required.

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Insert and position oil pan (1) to top front.

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Tighten down screws (1) .

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Oil sump to crankcase
M8 x 30	Tightening torque	24 Nm

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Tighten down screws (1) .

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Oil sump to crankcase
M8 x 30	Tightening torque	24 Nm

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TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Oil sump to crankcase
M8 x 110	Tightening torque	24 Nm

Tighten down screws (1) .

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Oil sump to crankcase
M8 x 30	Tightening torque	24 Nm

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Tighten down screws (1) .

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Oil sump to crankcase
M8 x 30	Tightening torque	24 Nm

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TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Oil sump to crankcase
M8 x 110	Tightening torque	24 Nm

Tighten down screws (1) .

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Oil sump to crankcase
M8 x 30	Tightening torque	24 Nm

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Tighten transmission screws (1) .

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Transmission to oil pan (manual transmission and automatic transmission)
M8 x 50	Tightening torque	19 Nm

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Secure the clamps (arrows).
Connect and lock the connector (1) .
Make sure the connector (1) engages audibly.

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Secure clamps (1) .
Insert and install the sealing cap (2) .

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Follow-up work

Refer to INSTALLING STARTER MOTOR .
Refer to INSTALLING BEARING BRACKET .
Refer to INSTALLING FRONT AXLE DIFFERENTIAL .
Refer to SECURING THE JUNCTURE SHAFT IN FRONT ON THE FRONT AXLE DIFFERENTIAL .
Refer to INSTALLING THE ACOUSTIC COVER FOR THE OIL SUMP .
Refer to INSTALLING FRONT AXLE .
Refer to TIGHTENING THE BOLTS ON THE FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .
Refer to FASTENING THE SWIVEL BEARING ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to REMOVING THE MOBILE LIFTING TABLE .
Refer to ATTACHING COOLANT HOSES TO FRONT SUBFRAME .
Refer to REPLACING THE RADIAL SHAFT SEALS .
Refer to INSTALLING THE OUTPUT SHAFT ON LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to INSTALLING THE LEFT AND RIGHT SPRING STRUT HOLDER .
Refer to ATTACHING THE BRAKE CALIPER ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to CONNECTING THE CONNECTORS ON LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to CONNECTING THE CONNECTOR TO THE LEFT AND RIGHT VERTICAL ACCELERATION SENSOR .
Refer to SECURING THE WISHBONE ON THE TOP LEFT AND RIGHT ON THE SWIVEL BEARING .
Refer to FASTENING THE RIGHT AND LEFT OUTPUT SHAFTS ONTO THE WHEEL BEARING .
Refer to CHECK/ADD FRONT AXLE TRANSMISSION OIL .
Refer to SECURING THE UNIVERSAL JOINT ON THE STEERING GEAR .
Refer to ATTACHING THE WIRING HARNESS OF THE ACTIVE STABILIZER .
Refer to FASTENING WIRING HARNESS TO THE EPS .
Refer to IF INSTALLED: FASTENING THE AUXILIARY HEATER .
Refer to INSTALLING THE RIGHT REINFORCEMENT STRUT .
Refer to INSTALLING LEFT AND RIGHT BRAKE VENTILATION DUCT .
Refer to INSTALLING THE LEFT AND RIGHT CRASH LEVER .
Refer to INSTALLING THE WHEEL ARCH COVER ON THE FRONT, BOTTOM LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to INSTALLING THE REAR SECTION OF THE FRONT WHEEL ARCH COVER ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to INSTALLING THE COVER OF THE STEERING ASSEMBLY ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to PARTIALLY INSTALLING THE FRONT WHEEL ARCH TRIM (DOOR SILL) AT LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to INSTALLING THE FRONT LEFT AND RIGHT WHEELS .
Refer to ATTACHING THE SPRING STRUT (AIR SUSPENSION) RIGHT FRONT .
Refer to REMOVING THE ENGINE FROM THE INSTALLATION POSITION .
Refer to INSTALLING THE COVER IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AT TOP LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to INSTALLING THE FRONT HOOD SEAL .
Refer to INSTALLING FUEL DELIVERY LINE .
Refer to INSTALLING ALL IGNITION COILS .
Refer to INSTALLING THE CLEAN AIR PIPE AND THE RESONATOR .
Refer to INSTALLING THE INTAKE FILTER HOUSING (TENSION STRUT REMOVED ON SHOCK TOWER) .
Refer to INSTALLING THE TENSION STRUT ON THE RIGHT SHOCK TOWER .
Refer to INSTALLING ACOUSTIC COVER AT REAR .
Refer to INSTALLING THE CENTER COWL UPPER PART .
Refer to INSTALLING WINDSHIELD PANEL COVER .
Refer to INSTALLING LEFT AND RIGHT WIPER ARM .
Refer to INSTALLING THE FRONT HOOD SEAL AT THE REAR .
Refer to INSTALLING THE REAR RIGHT ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER .
Refer to INSTALLING THE COVER OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT ON THE REAR LEFT .
Refer to INSTALLING THE RIGHT STRUT BRACE .
Refer to FILLING ENGINE OIL .
Refer to OPENING THE OIL FILLER CAP .
Refer to INSTALLING ACOUSTIC COVER .
Refer to DISCONNECTING ALL BATTERY GROUND LEADS .
Refer to ACTIVATING THE 48 V ELECTRICAL SYSTEM .
Refer to CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL .
Refer to PLACING THE BRAKE PADS ON THE BRAKE DISK/PUTTING THEM INTO OPERATION .
Refer to INSTALLING UNDERBODY PROTECTION AT REAR .
Refer to INSTALLING THE STIFFENING PLATE .
Refer to INSTALLING FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
Refer to TAKING HOOD OUT OF THE SERVICE POSITION .