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Level switch, engine oil (243)

Level switch, engine oil (243)

(in situ)

To remove


1. Raise the car and remove the lower engine cover.


2. Place a suitable receptacle under the engine. Undo the oil plug and drain the engine oil.

3. Unplug the oil temperature sensor and oil level switch.

4. Remove the oil sump and wipe away any dripping oil.

Important

Take note of the length of the bolts.


5. Remove the circlip on the connector.


6. Remove the connector and oil level switch from the oil sump.

Note

position of sensor and cable.



To fit


1. Check that there are no impurities or other foreign matter in the sump and clean the sealing surfaces with benzine.

2. Fit a new O-ring to the connector and grease it with vaseline. Fit the connector with the circlip.


3. Fit the oil level switch in the position illustrated.

4. Apply 87 81 841 Silicon flange sealant to the mating surfaces, see illustration.


5. 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)

6. Plug in the oil temperature sensor and oil level switch.


7. Fit the oil plug with a new seal.

Tightening torque 18 Nm (13 lbf ft)

8. Fit the lower engine cover and lower the car.

9. Fill the system with engine oil. Refer to the specifications under Lubricants .