11 13 000 Removing and installing, sealing or replacing oil sump (M52TU / M54 / M56)
For Special Tool identification, see SPECIAL TOOLS - X5 (3.0i) .
Special Tools Required:
- 00 0 200
- 00 0 201
- 00 0 202
- 00 0 204
- 00 0 208
Assemble special tool 00 0 200 with special tools 00 0 201 / 00 0 202 / 00 0 204 / 00 0 208 and fit.
Secure special tool 00 0 200 to front suspension eye on engine.
Tighten the screws (1 and 2).
Raise engine with special tool 00 0 200 approx. 5 mm.
Remove suction filter housing.
Remove engine splash guard.
Drain engine oil, refer to 00 00 250 BMW ENGINE OIL SERVICE INCL. SUPPLEMENTARY SERVICE (M54 / M56) .
On vehicles with automatic transmission:
Disconnect oil lines from automatic transmission and from oil pan.
Release guide tube for dipstick.
Detach return hose from cyclone oil separator on oil dipstick guide tube.
Remove oil dipstick guide tube upwards.
Installation:
Replace O-ring.
Remove front end reinforcement.
Remove vane pump for power steering unit (lines remain connected).
Disconnect plug connection to oil level sensor.
Loosen top and unfasten bottom of left and right engine mounts.
Installation:
- Replace gasket.
- Install oil sump.
- Insert all oil sump screws.
- Insert screws in transmission end without preload at this stage.
- Tighten down screws in engine end.
- Tighten down screws in transmission end.