PRE-RELEASE
Level switch, engine oil (243)
| Level switch, engine oil (243) |
(in situ)
| To remove |
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Raise the car and remove the lower engine cover.
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| 2. |
Place a suitable receptacle under the engine. Undo the oil plug and drain the engine oil.
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Unplug the oil temperature sensor and oil level switch.
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Remove the oil sump and wipe away any dripping oil.
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Remove the circlip on the connector.
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Remove the connector and oil level switch from the oil sump.
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| To fit |
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Check that there are no impurities or other foreign matter in the sump and clean the sealing surfaces with benzine.
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Fit a new O-ring to the connector and grease it with vaseline. Fit the connector with the circlip.
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Fit the oil level switch in the position illustrated.
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Apply
87 81 841 Silicon flange sealant
to the mating surfaces, see illustration.
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Position the oil sump against the gearbox and fit it with a new gasket.
Tightening sequence: 1 Tighten all bolts finger tight. 2 Tighten the bolts in the cylinder block and timing cover, Tightening torque 20 Nm (15 lbf ft) 3 Tighten the bolts in the gearbox Tightening torque M8, 20 Nm (15 lbf ft) Tightening torque M10, 40 Nm (30 lbf ft) |
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Plug in the oil temperature sensor and oil level switch.
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Fit the oil plug with a new seal.
Tightening torque 18 Nm (13 lbf ft) |
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Fit the lower engine cover and lower the car.
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| 9. |
Fill the system with engine oil. Refer to the specifications under
Lubricants
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