1113000 Removing and installing, sealing or replacing oil sump (N51)
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IMPORTANT:
Aluminium-magnesium materials.
No steel screws/bolts may be used due to the threat of electrochemical corrosion.
A magnesium crankcase requires aluminum screws/bolts exclusively.
Aluminum screws/bolts must be replaced each time they are released.
Aluminum screws/bolts are permitted with and without color coding (blue).
For reliable identification:
Aluminum screws/bolts are not magnetic.
Jointing torque and angle of rotation must be observed without fail (risk of damage).
No steel screws/bolts may be used due to the threat of electrochemical corrosion.
A magnesium crankcase requires aluminum screws/bolts exclusively.
Aluminum screws/bolts must be replaced each time they are released.
Aluminum screws/bolts are permitted with and without color coding (blue).
For reliable identification:
Aluminum screws/bolts are not magnetic.
Jointing torque and angle of rotation must be observed without fail (risk of damage).
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove engine splash guard.
- Secure engine in INSTALLATION POSITION .
- Lower FRONT AXLE .
- In all-wheel-drive vehicles:
Remove DRIVE SHAFTS .
Remove FRONT AXLE DIFFERENTIAL .
NOTE:
The lines must be detached from the engine oil sump in the case of the optional extra automatic transmission; if necessary, detach vane pump and place to one side.
Release bolts (3) on transmission.
Detach return hose (2).
Release bolts along line (1).
Tightening torque: 11 13 1AZ .
Installation:
Replace aluminum screws.
If necessary, release bolts (4), remove oil level sensor.
Installation:
Replace all seals.
Assemble engine.