Preliminary Work

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WARNING: Toxic substances

Danger of poisoning or suffocation
Danger of burns to the eyes and skin
→ Ventilate the work area well.

→ Never ingest or inhale.

→ Read specific information on the Hazard Sheet.

→ Wear personal protective gear.

→ Do not smoke, eat or drink in the work area.

WARNING: Hot fluid

Danger of scalding
→ Let the fluid cool down.

→ Wear personal protective gear.

WARNING: Highly inflammable or explosive materials

Danger of fire or explosion
→ Avoid contact with hot parts or sources of ignition.

→ Use suction to remove ignitable vapours.

→ Attach warning sign in a clearly visible position.

→ Contain leaked media using non-flammable absorbent material and put it in a container designed for this purpose for disposal in accordance with local requirements.

→ Secure collection containers/vessels to prevent them from tipping over.

Remove engine guard.
> 108019 Removing and installing engine guard - "REMOVING "
Drain engine oil.
> 170117 Changing engine oil and oil filter - "DRAINING "
Support the engine on the body.
> 1001IN SUPPORTING ENGINE ON THE BODY

If a long oil level sensor is used, the front-axle carrier must also be loosened. This depends on the engine number.

Information
- For more information, see Porsche Spare Parts Catalogue.
Loosen front-axle carrier.
> 400619 REMOVING AND INSTALLING FRONT-AXLE CARRIER