11 43 000 Removing and installing/replacing guide tube for dipstick (N18)

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Necessary preliminary work:

Pull dipstick out of guide tube.

Release screw (2).

Tightening torque: 11 43 1AZ .

Remove oil dipstick (1) upward in direction of arrow.

Installation note:

Replace O-ring.

Fig 1: Removing Oil Dipstick

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Assemble engine.

Check oil level, correcting if necessary.