11 13 540 Removing and installing/replacing left oil circuit changeover valve (S62)

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Unscrew and remove splash guard.

Drain engine oil.

NOTE: Engine oil sprays out when the oil circuit changeover valve is pulled out.
Have a cleaning cloth ready.

Unfasten cable clips (1).

Fig 1: Removing Oil Circuit Changeover Valve

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Disconnect connector (2).

Unfasten screws.

CAUTION: Do not pull on cable.

Cover oil circuit changeover valve with a cleaning cloth and pull out carefully.

CAUTION: O-rings (1), (2) and (3) have different diameters.
O-rings can be damaged when the oil circuit changeover valve is pulled out.

Installation:

Replace O-rings (1), (2) and (3).

Fig 2: Identifying O-Rings

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