Remove oil sump

NOTE: DANGER
High-voltage system.
The high-voltage system operates on the basis of hazardous, electrical voltage and high currents. Danger to life through electric shock!

All work on the high-voltage system may only be carried out by specially trained and technically experienced personnel.
For additional information see:
SAFETY INFORMATION ON HANDLING HYBRID CARS .
For additional information see:
NOTES ON REPAIR OF HIGH-VOLTAGE BATTERY UNIT .

WARNING: Motor vehicle may slip off the vehicle hoist where components are supported.
Danger! Life-threatening injuries!

Secure the vehicle hoist against lowering and lifting.

WARNING: Vehicle may slip off the vehicle hoist if the vehicle hoist is handled incorrectly.
Danger! Life-threatening injuries!

Observe safety information on raising the vehicle using a vehicle hoist.
For additional information see: RAISE THE VEHICLE USING A VEHICLE LIFT.

WARNING: Motor vehicle may slip off the vehicle hoist if the weight is distributed unevenly.
Danger! Life-threatening injuries!

Ensure there is a specific weight compensation on the motor vehicle.

WARNING: Falling or tipping of a heavy component. Danger! Life-threatening injuries!

Before lowering or removing the front axle: Secure the engine in mounting orientation.
For additional information see: SECURING ENGINE IN INSTALLATION POSITION .

Preliminary work

Refer to DISCONNECTING ALL BATTERY EARTH LEADS .
Refer to BRING FRONT COMPARTMENT LID IN THE SERVICE POSITION .
Refer to REMOVING THE ACOUSTIC COVER .
Refer to REMOVING THE COVER ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT IN THE TOP ENGINE COMPARTMENT .
Refer to REMOVE THE COVER OF THE REAR RIGHT ENGINE COMPARTMENT .
Refer to REMOVE THE COVER OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AT THE REAR LEFT
Refer to REMOVING THE OIL FILLER CAP .
Refer to RELEASING THE OIL FILTER COVER .
Refer to REMOVE THE FRONT LEFT AND RIGHT WHEELS .
Refer to REMOVING LEFT AND RIGHT BRAKE AIR DUCT .
Refer to REMOVE THE WHEEL ARCH COVER ON THE FRONT LEFT AND BOTTOM RIGHT .
Refer to REMOVE THE REAR SECTION OF THE WHEEL ARCH COVER ON THE FRONT LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to REMOVE THE COVER OF THE STEERING ASSEMBLY ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT
Refer to REMOVE THE FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION OR FRONT THRUST FIELD .
Refer to REMOVING THE UNDERBODY PROTECTION OF THE STEERING GEAR AND FRONT STIFFENING PLATE RESPECTIVELY .
Refer to REMOVE REAR UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
Refer to RELEASING THE OIL DRAIN PLUG .
Refer to REMOVE THE BRACING STRUT FROM THE ENGINE MOUNT ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to LOOSENING THE UNIVERSAL JOINT FROM THE STEERING GEAR .
Refer to INSTALLING THE ENGINE BRIDGE
Refer to RELEASING THE ENGINE MOUNTING BRACKETS ON THE ENGINE MOUNTS ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to RAISE THE ENGINE WITH THE ENGINE BRIDGE .
Refer to DETACH THE WIRING HARNESS OF THE EPS FROM THE FRONT AXLE SUPPORT
Refer to IF INSTALLED: DISCONNECT THE VACUUM HOSE OF THE ENGINE MOUNT ON THE FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .
Refer to IF INSTALLED: REMOVE PARKING HEATER MUFFLER (ADDITIONAL WORK AW NO.: 31 11 905) .
Refer to LOOSENING THE ANTI-ROLL BAR LINK ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT FROM THE ANTI-ROLL BAR .
Refer to RELEASE THE BRAKE HOSE AT THE FRONT LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to IF INSTALLED: DISCONNECTING PLUG CONNECTION OF THE ACTIVE STABILIZER
Refer to PREPARE THE MOBILE TABLE LIFT .
Refer to POSITIONING THE MOBILE LIFTING TABLE .
Refer to DETACH THE TOP LEFT AND RIGHT WISHBONE FROM THE SWIVEL BEARING .
Refer to DETACH THE SPRING STRUT ON THE WISHBONE ON THE BOTTOM LEFT AND RIGHT
Refer to RELEASE THE SCREWS ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .
Refer to LOWER FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .
Refer to REMOVE THE ACOUSTIC COVER OF THE OIL SUMP .
Refer to REMOVE THE STARTER MOTOR (ACOUSTIC COVER REMOVED)

Unlock and disconnect connector (1).
Release the cable from the clips (2) of the oil sump.

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Unscrew the transmission bolts (1).

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Loosen screws (1), (2) and (3).

Fig 1: Oil Sump Screws Loosening Sequence
Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Loosen screws (1) to (7).

Fig 2: Oil Sump Screws Loosening Sequence
Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Loosen screws (1) to (7).

Fig 3: Oil Sump Screws Loosening Sequence
Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Loosen screws (1) and (2).

Fig 4: Oil Sump Screws Loosening Sequence
Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Increased force may be necessary during disassembly because the component is bonded with liquid sealing compound.
Loosen the oil sump in the marked areas with suitable tools (1).

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Remove oil sump (1) from the bottom rear.

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.