Remove oil sump

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 specific weight compensation on the vehicle.

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

Before lowering or removing the front axle, secure engine to the installation position. See: 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 DEACTIVATING VEHICLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM .
Refer to MOVING THE HOOD TO THE SERVICE POSITION .
Refer to REMOVING THE ACOUSTIC COVER .
Refer to REMOVING STAND FOR THE HOOD GASKET LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to REMOVING THE CLEAN AIR PIPE WITH THE RESONATOR .
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 REAR UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
Refer to REMOVING THRUST FIELD .
Refer to RELEASING THE OIL DRAIN PLUG .
Refer to TIGHTENING THE OIL DRAIN PLUG .
Refer to MOVE THE ENGINE TO THE INSTALLATION POSITION .
Refer to REMOVING THE BOTTOM FRONT LEFT AND RIGHT COVER .
Refer to REMOVING THE FRONT SECTION OF THE FRONT WHEEL ARCH COVER ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to REMOVING THE REAR SECTION OF THE WHEEL ARCH COVER ON THE FRONT LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to REMOVING LEFT AND RIGHT BRAKE VENTILATION DUCT .
Refer to RELEASING THE COOLANT LINE .
Refer to DETACHING STEERING SHAFT AT BOTTOM FROM STEERING GEAR .
Refer to REMOVING THE EPS WIRING HARNESS .
Refer to DISCONNECTING THE PLUG CONNECTION AT RIDE HEIGHT SENSOR AT FRONT .
Refer to LOOSENING THE ANTI-ROLL BAR LINK ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT FROM THE ANTI-ROLL BAR .
Refer to PREPARING THE SPECIAL TOOL .
Refer to POSITIONING THE SPECIAL TOOL ON THE FRONT SUBFRAME .
Refer to DETACHING AND LOWERING THE FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .
Refer to REMOVING THE ACOUSTIC COVER OF THE OIL SUMP .
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 plug connection (1) and disconnect.
Release the cable from the clips (2) of the oil sump.

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Release the transmission bolts (arrows).

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Loosen screws (1) , (2) and (3) .

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Loosen screws (1) to (7) .

Fig 1: Oil Sump Screws Loosening Sequence
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Loosen screws (1) to (7) .

Fig 2: Oil Sump Screws Loosening Sequence
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Loosen screws (1) and (2) .

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

Release the oil pan in the marked areas with suitable tools (1) .

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Feed out and remove the oil pan (1) downward and remove it.

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