Removing Oil Pan

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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.

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→ 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.

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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 vapors.

→ 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.

Release and disconnect electric plug connection -2- on the oil level sensor -1- .

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Releasing and pulling off electric plug connection

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Check for residual oil when removing the oil pan.
Remove and clean the oil pan -17- .
1. 2.1 Unscrew and remove screws -1 to 16- .
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  Check for residual oil when removing the oil pan.
2. 2.2 Loosen oil pan -17- from the bonding and remove it.
3. 2.3 Remove residual sealant on the oil pan and oil guide housing using a special plastic brush for drills.
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  Sealing faces must be free of oil and grease!
4. 2.4 Clean the sealing face -18- .
Fig 1: Oil Pan Screws Loosening Sequence
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Removing and cleaning oil pan