11 40 000 Checking engine oil pressure (S50 / S54)

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Special Tools Required:

11 4 390
13 3 061
13 3 063

NOTE: When the main flow oil-filter cover is released, the oil flows from the oil-filter housing back into the sump.

Unfasten oil filter cover.

Fig 1: Unfastening Oil Filter Cover

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Installation:

Replace sealing ring.

Tightening torque, refer to 11 42 2AZ in ENGINE - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Installation:

Replace sealing ring in oil-filter cover and sealing ring on bolt.

Fig 2: Locating Sealing Rings

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Check sealing rings (1 and 2) on special tool 11 4 390, replace if necessary.

Fig 3: Identifying Sealing Rings On Special Tool

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Insert special tool 11 4 390 and tighten down oil filter cover.

Fig 4: View Of Adapter Screw

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Connect special tools 13 3 061/13 3 063.

Start engine and check engine oil pressure. Refer to ENGINE - TECHNICAL DATA .

Fig 5: Identifying Pressure Gauge

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