11 00... Engine oil service
Carry out work on the vehicle only when wearing oil- and heat-resistant protective gloves incl. forearm protection, face guard and protective apron.
Observe the exact engine oil filling capacity.
Overfilling the engine with engine oil will result in engine damage.
Checking and drip-off times (at least 10 minutes) must be observed.
Protect belt drive against dirt.
Cover with suitable materials.
Recycling
Catch and dispose of drained engine oil in a suitable collecting vessel.
Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.
Release oil filter cover with special tool 11 9 240 .
Tightening torque: 25 Nm
Picture shows E9x
Unclip service opening on underbody protection.
Remove screw plug (1) from oil sump and drain engine oil.
Tightening torque: 25 Nm
Installation note
Replace sealing ring.
Remove and insert oil filter element (1) in direction of arrow.
Installation note:
Replace oil filter element (1) and sealing rings (2).
Replace gasket (3) and renew if necessary.
Secure oil filter cover with special tool 11 9 240 .
Tightening torque: 25 Nm.
Start engine and run at idle until oil pressure indicator light goes out.
Switch off engine
Check oil filter cover and screw plug on oil sump for leaks.
Assemble engine.
Checking engine oil level:
- Park vehicle on a horizontal surface
- Allow engine to run at operating temperature for three minutes with increased engine speed (approx. 1100 RPM)
- Read off engine oil level in instrument panel or on Control Display
- Top up engine oil if necessary