New Beetle L5-2.5L (BPS) (2006)
Oil Pan: Service and Repair
Lower Oil Pan
Lower Oil Pan
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
‹› Torque wrench (5-50 Nm) (VAG 1331)
‹› Hand drill with plastic brush attachment
‹› Protective eyewear
‹› Silicone sealant (D 174 003 A2)
Removing
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Remove the noise insulation.
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Drain the engine oil.
‹› Observe disposal regulations!
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Remove the lower oil pan bolts.
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Pry off the lower oil pan at the lift out pockets provided - arrows - on the upper oil pan. Be careful not to damage the sealing surfaces in the
process.
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Replace the damaged lower oil pan.
Installing
CAUTION!
To prevent injuries from shavings, wear protective goggles and protective clothing.
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Remove the remainder of sealant from the upper and lower oil pans using a rotating plastic brush.
CAUTION!
Make sure that no sealant residue enters the engine.
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Clean the sealing surfaces so they are completely free of any oil or grease.
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Cut the tube nozzle at the front mark (nozzle diameter approximately 1 millimeter (mm)).