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Removing and Installing Oil Level Sensor 2

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 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 engine guard.





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.


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





3. Replace oil drain plug. Tightening torque: 22 ft-lb.





4. Disconnect the electric connector on the oil level sensor (TOC).





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. Fit cable plug.





3. Fill in engine oil. Start the vehicle briefly. Then check the oil level. This must reach mark -b- on the oil dipstick.





4. Mount engine guard.