Refitting engine oil pan

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NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Contaminant or foreign body.
Contamination can result in malfunctions, loss of function or leaks.

Adhere to the utmost cleanliness.
Protect components from contamination e.g. by covering.
Close off line connections with seal plugs.

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to the surface.
The use of metal-cutting tools (e.g., emery cloths) for cleaning surfaces can damage them and lead to leaks and/or engine damage.

Do not use any metal-cutting tools.

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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The sealing surfaces must be free of oil, grease and cleaning agents.

Remove fine seal remains on the sealing surface (1) and the sealing surface on the engine block with the special tool 0 495 102 (11 4 470).

Clean the sealing surface (1) with brake cleaner.

CONSUMABLE - BRAKE CLEANER DESCRIPTION

Brake cleaner 2.0	500 ml, Spray can	83192365214
	20, Canister	83192365215

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to the surface.
The use of metal-cutting tools (e.g., emery cloths) for cleaning surfaces can damage them and lead to leaks and/or engine damage.

Do not use any metal-cutting tools.

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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The sealing surfaces must be free of oil, grease and cleaning agents.

Remove coarse seal remains on the sealing surface (1) and the sealing surface on the engine block with the special tool 0 495 102 (11 4 470).

Clean the sealing surface (1) with brake cleaner.

CONSUMABLE - BRAKE CLEANER DESCRIPTION

Brake cleaner 2.0	500 ml, Spray can	83192365214
	20, Canister	83192365215

Have the special tool 2 469 803 ready.

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For additional information see: OVERVIEW OF CONSUMABLES (BMW PARTS CATALOGUE)

Position the sealing compound (1) as shown on the special tool 2 469 803.

Parts: Sealing compound

SEALING COMPOUND DESCRIPTION

Loctite 5970 liquid sealing compound Processing time <10 minutes at room temperature

50 ml, Cartridge

83190404517

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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The sealing surfaces must be free of oil, grease and cleaning agents.

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The processing time of the liquid sealing compound can be at a maximum of 10 min.
Commissioning of the assembly is not possible until 25 minutes after the processing time.
Non-observance can lead to leaks in the assembly.

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Apply the sealing compound (1) along the line with a height of 2 mm to 2.5 mm.
Completely encircle the oil return orifice (arrow) with the sealing compound.
Apply the sealing compound along the inner edge.
NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The special tool 11 8 780 is only required when the transmission is removed.
Position the special tool 0 496 120 (11 8 780) with the transmission bolts (1) so that the oil pan is exactly flush with engine block.
If necessary, replace lining sleeves.

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NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Improper screw length can cause component damage.
The use of screws of improper length can lead to component damage.

Note the correct screw length.
Install screws that correspond to the original length.

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Ensure that the correct (2) screw (M8 x 40) is used to attach the oil pan to the transmission.
The (1) screw (mounting bolt of the starter) must never be used to attach the oil pan.
Install oil sump (1) to top front.
Tighten all bolts of the oil pan hand-tight, do not tighten completely.

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Tighten down screws (1).

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Transmission to oil pan (manual transmission and automatic transmission)
M8x50	Tightening torque	19 Nm

Attach cable.
Connect connector.

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Tighten down screws (1) and (2).

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Oil sump to crankcase
M8x110	Tightening torque	24 Nm

Fig 1: Oil Sump Screws Tightening Sequence

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Tighten the screws (1) to (7).

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Oil sump to crankcase
M8x30	Tightening torque	24 Nm

Fig 2: Oil Sump Screws Tightening Sequence

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Tighten the screws (1) to (7).

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Oil sump to crankcase
M8x30	Tightening torque	24 Nm

Fig 3: Oil Sump Screws Tightening Sequence

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Tighten the screws (1), (2) and (3).

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Oil sump to crankcase
M8x30	Tightening torque	24 Nm

Fig 4: Oil Sump Screws Tightening Sequence

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Follow-up work

Refer to INSTALL FRONT AXLE DIFFERENTIAL
Refer to INSTALL BEARING BRACKET
Refer to INSTALLING THE STARTER MOTOR (ACOUSTIC COVER REMOVED)
Refer to TIGHTENING THE OIL DRAIN PLUG
Refer to INSTALL THE ACOUSTIC COVER FOR THE OIL SUMP .
Refer to IF INSTALLED ON LEFT: POSITION SPRAY GUARD .
Refer to RAISE FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .
Refer to TIGHTEN THE BOLTS ON THE FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .
Refer to SECURING THE SPRING STRUT HOLDER ON THE WISHBONE .
Refer to SECURE THE TOP WISHBONE ON THE SWIVEL BEARING .
Refer to REMOVING THE MOBILE LIFTING TABLE .
Refer to ATTACHING COOLANT HOSES TO FRONT SUBFRAME .
Refer to SECURING THE RIGHT AND LEFT OUTPUT SHAFTS ON THE WHEEL BEARING
Refer to SECURING BRAKE HOSE, FRONT RIGHT AND LEFT .
Refer to SECURING THE ANTI-ROLL BAR LINK ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT TO THE ANTI-ROLL BAR .
Refer to IF INSTALLED: INSTALL THE SILENCER OF THE STATIONARY HEATING (ADDITIONAL WORK FRU NO.: 31 11 905) .
Refer to IF INSTALLED: CONNECT THE CONNECTOR OF THE ACTIVE STABILIZER
Refer to SECURE THE WIRING HARNESS FOR THE EPS ON THE FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .
Refer to IF INSTALLED ON LEFT: INSTALL SPRAY GUARD .
Refer to IF INSTALLED: CONNECT THE VACUUM HOSE OF THE ENGINE MOUNT ON THE FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .
Refer to TIGHTENING THE OIL FILTER CAP
Refer to LOWERING THE ENGINE AND REMOVE THE ENGINE BRIDGE .
Refer to INSTALL THE ENGINE SUPPORT ARMS ON THE ENGINE MOUNTS ON THE LEFT AND THE RIGHT .
Refer to REPLACING UNIVERSAL JOINT .
Refer to INSTALL THE REINFORCEMENT STRUT ON THE ENGINE MOUNT ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT
Refer to INSTALLING THE REAR THRUST FIELD .
Refer to INSTALL FRONT STIFFENING PLATE .
Refer to INSTALL REAR UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
Refer to INSTALL THE FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION OR FRONT THRUST FIELD .
Refer to INSTALL THE COVER OF THE STEERING ASSEMBLY ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to INSTALL THE REAR SECTION OF THE FRONT WHEEL ARCH COVER ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT
Refer to INSTALL THE WHEEL ARCH COVER ON THE FRONT LEFT AND BOTTOM RIGHT
Refer to INSTALL LEFT AND RIGHT BRAKE VENTILATION DUCT .
Refer to INSTALL THE FRONT LEFT AND RIGHT WHEELS .
Refer to TOPPING UP THE MOTOR OIL
Refer to INSTALL THE REAR RIGHT ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER .
Refer to INSTALL THE COVER OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT ON THE REAR LEFT .
Refer to INSTALLING THE COVER ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AT THE TOP
Refer to INSTALL ACOUSTIC COVER .
Refer to TAKE HOOD OUT OF THE SERVICE POSITION .
Refer to CONNECTING NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE .
Refer to RESETTING THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR .
Refer to CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL .