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Oil Level Sensor: Service and Repair

Removing and installing oil level sensor

Removing oil level sensor
Removing oil level sensor

WARNING: Engine oil is toxic.
^ Danger of poisoning!
--> Do not consume food or drink while working (danger of mixing).
--> If swallowed, observe the warning information on the containers, contact a doctor if necessary and show the information on the containers.


WARNING: Danger of scalding from hot oil!
--> Engine oil and components of the oil circuit can become very hot!
--> Allow engine and components to cool down.
--> Avoid contact with the skin and eyes.
--> Wear suitable protective clothing.


WARNING: Oil is combustible!
^ Risk of fire due to oil and hot components (exhaust manifold, etc.)
--> Do not pour engine oil over very hot components (e.g. turbocharger).
--> Never place cloths soaked with oil on hot engine components.
--> In case of fire, use CO2 or dry powder fire extinguishers.


Overview:





1. Remove underbody panel.

Loosening Oil Drain Plugs:





Note: If the oil is to be used again, it must be collected in a clean container.

2. Undo the 2 oil drain plugs and collect engine oil in a container. Dispose of waste oil in accordance with legal requirements.

Screwing In Oil Drain Plugs:





3. Clean oil drain plug and screw in with new aluminum sealing ring. Tightening torque 37 ft. lbs..

Electric Connector On Oil Level Sensor:





4. Disconnect the electric connector on the oil level sensor.

Loosening Fastening Screws For Oil Level Sensor:





5. Loosen the 3 fastening screws and pull the oil level sensor out of the oil pan.

Installing oil level sensor
Installing oil level sensor

Tightening Fastening Screws For Oil Level Sensor:





1. Install the new oil level sensor with a new seal. Tighten the 3 fastening screws. Tightening torque 7.5 ft. lbs..

Filling Engine Oil:





2. Fill in engine oil of the stipulated viscosity and quality.

Checking The Oil Level:





3. Start the vehicle briefly. Then check the oil level. It must be between the MIN and MAX markings on the dipstick.
4. Install underbody panels.