11 13 020 Removing and installing/replacing lower section of oil sump (M62)

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Open cover on main flow oil filter, engine oil returns to oil sump.

Remove reinforcement plate.

CAUTION: The work step "Removing and installing reinforcement plate" contains important installation instructions, refer to 31 10 010 REMOVING AND INSTALLING REINFORCEMENT PLATE .

Open oil drain plug. Drain engine oil.

Unfasten plug connection on oil level switch.

Unclip cable guide.

Release screws (1) and remove lower oil sump section.

Fig 1: Removing Lower Oil Sump Section Screws

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Installation:

Clean sealing surfaces.

Replace seal.

Insert all screws (1) and tighten down.

Tightening torque,

refer to 11 13 2AZ in ENGINE - TIGHTENING TORQUES - X5 4.6L .