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Removing and Installing Oil Level Sensor 1

Removing and installing 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.






1. Remove underbody panel.





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.





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





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





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

Installing oil level sensor





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





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





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.