Removing Oil Pan

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Release and disconnect cable plug for oil level sensor -1- .

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Cable plug for oil level sensor
Disconnect line for ATF cooler -1- from oil guide housing.

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Line for ATF cooler
1. 2.1 Unscrew screw -2- .
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  Check for residual oil when removing the oil pan.
Remove oil pan -1- .

Fig 1: Oil Pan Screws Loosening Sequence
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Oil pan
1. 3.1 Unscrew screws in the sequence -18 to 2- .
2. 3.2 Loosen and remove oil pan -1- .
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Sealing faces must be free of oil and grease!
Clean sealing faces on the oil pan and oil guide housing using a special plastic brush for drills to remove residual sealant.