11 00... Engine oil service (N18)

IMPORTANT: It is essential to adhere to the exact capacities specified.
Overfilling the engine with engine oil will result in engine damage.
Checking and drip-off times must be observed.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

RELEASE coolant expansion tank and place to one side

Recycling:

Catch and dispose of used oil in a suitable collecting vessel.

Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.

Undo oil filter cover (1) at hexagon head (2).

NOTE: Slowly open oil filter cover.

If necessary, catch escaping engine oil in a cloth.

Fig 1: Identifying Oil Filter Cover And Hexagon Head

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Check the freedom of movement of the non-return valve (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Non-Return Valve

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Remove and insert oil filter element (1) in direction of arrow.

Replace O-ring (2).

Installation note:

Apply thin coat of engine oil to O-ring (2).

Tightening torque: 11 42 1AZ .

Fig 3: Identifying Oil Filter Element And O-Ring

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Remove oil drain plug (1).

Installation note:

Replace sealing ring.

Tightening torque: 11 13 1AZ

Fig 4: Identifying Oil Drain Plug

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Assemble engine.

Checking engine oil level:

Park vehicle on a horizontal surface.