Remove oil sump

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

Before lowering or removing the front axle: Securing engine to 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 specific weight compensation on the vehicle.

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Collect and dispose of emerging fluids. Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.

Preliminary work

Refer to DEACTIVATING VEHICLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM .
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 LEFT AND RIGHT WIPER ARM .
Refer to REMOVING THE SEAL FOR THE HOOD REAR .
Refer to REMOVING THE COWL COVER .
Refer to REMOVING THE FIREWALL UPPER PART .
Refer to REMOVING THE TOP RIGHT AND LEFT COVER IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT .
Refer to REMOVING MOUNT OF HOOD SEAL ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to REMOVING THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT-END STRUT .
Refer to REMOVING FRONT CROSS CONNECTION .
Refer to REMOVING THE REAR TOP CROSS CONNECTION .
Refer to REMOVING SUSPENSION STRUT BRACE .
Refer to REMOVING INTAKE SILENCER HOUSING .
Refer to REMOVING ALL IGNITION COILS .
Refer to REMOVING FUEL DELIVERY LINE .
Refer to REMOVING THE OIL FILLER CAP .
Refer to REMOVING THE FRONT LEFT AND RIGHT WHEELS .
Refer to REMOVING THE COVER OF THE STEERING ASSEMBLY ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to REMOVING THE FRONT LEFT AND RIGHT WHEEL ARCH TRIM .
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 THE REAR SECTION OF THE BRAKE AIR DUCT ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to REMOVING THE FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
Refer to REMOVING THE CENTER UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
Refer to REMOVING REAR UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
Refer to REMOVING THE WHEEL ARCH COVER ON THE FRONT LEFT AND BOTTOM RIGHT .
Refer to RELEASING THE OIL DRAIN PLUG .
Refer to TIGHTENING THE OIL DRAIN PLUG .
Refer to REMOVING THE FAN COWL .
Refer to RELEASING THE CHARGE AIR CROSSING PARTIALLY .
Refer to REMOVING THE DRIVE BELT FOR THE ALTERNATOR .
Refer to REMOVING THE IDLER PULLEY .
Refer to INSTALLING THE REAR TOP CROSS CONNECTION .
Refer to MOVE THE ENGINE TO THE MOUNTING ORIENTATION .
Refer to DETACHING THE WIRING HARNESS OF THE EPS FROM THE FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .
Refer to RELEASING THE DOUBLE PIVOT FROM STEERING GEAR .
Refer to DETACHING COOLANT HOSES FROM THE FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .
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 RELEASING THE LEFT AND RIGHT TENSION STRUT FROM WHEEL GUIDE JOINT .
Refer to RELEASING WISHBONE ON RIGHT AND LEFT FROM SWIVEL BEARING .
Refer to REMOVING RIGHT OUTPUT SHAFT .
Refer to REMOVING LEFT OUTPUT SHAFT .
Refer to DETACHING THE LINE CONNECTION OF THE RIDE HEIGHT SENSOR .
Refer to DETACHING THE ANTI-ROLL BAR LINK FROM THE ANTI-ROLL BAR ON THE RIGHT AND LEFT .
Refer to RELEASING THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINES FROM THE HOLDER .
Refer to PREPARING THE SPECIAL TOOL .
Refer to SUPPORTING THE FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .
Refer to DISASSEMBLING THE FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .
Refer to REMOVING THE FRONT SUBFRAME .
Refer to RELEASING FRONT PROP SHAFT FROM FRONT AXLE TRANSMISSION .
Refer to REMOVING FRONT AXLE DIFFERENTIAL .
Refer to REMOVING BEARING BRACKET .
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 plug connection (1) and disconnect.
Feed out the wiring harness section (2) for the sensor system 1 and set aside.

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Loosen clamp (1).
Guide out and remove sealing cap (2).

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Unlock the clamp (arrow) and disconnect.
Guide out the wiring harness section (1) for the automatic transmission and set it to the side.

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Loosen screw (1).
Thread out holder (2) and set aside.

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Loosen screws (1).
Release the spacer (2).
Guide out and remove holder (3).

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Unscrew the transmission bolts (1).

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Loosen screws (1).

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Loosen screws (1).

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Loosen screws (1).

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Loosen screws (1).

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Loosen screws (1).

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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 (1) in the marked areas (2) with suitable tools (3).

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Thread out the oil pan (1) down and back and remove.

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