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Remove oil sump

WARNING: Hot fluids 
Risk of scalding! 
  • Conduct all work in the vehicle wearing appropriate personal protective equipment only.
CAUTION: Materials harmful to health 
Contact with fluids harmful to health! 
  • Note and follow safety instructions on containers.
  • Conduct all work in appropriate personal protective equipment only.
NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
Collect and dispose of emerging fluids. Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.

Preliminary work 

Screwing sequence of the oil pan 

Fig 1: Oil Pan Screws Loosening Sequence
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WARNING: Car may slip off the vehicle hoist where components are supported 
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries! 
  • Secure the vehicle hoist against lowering and lifting.
  • Make sure that the vehicle does not lift off the mounting plates on the vehicle lift.
WARNING: Hot surfaces 
Risk of burning! 
  • Perform all work only on components that have cooled down.
NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE 
Contaminant or foreign body 
Contamination can result in malfunctions, loss of function or leaks 
  • Adhere to the utmost cleanliness.
  • Protect components from contamination e.g. by covering.
  • Close off line connections with seal plugs.
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CAUTION: Component with heavy weight 
Injury hazard! 
  • Note component's center of gravity.
  • Support component using a jack.
  • Secure component against falling off the jack.
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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
Increased force may be necessary during disassembly because the component is bonded with liquid sealing compound.
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