3 Series E46 330d (M57) TOUR
11 42 020
Removing and installing / sealing or replacing
complete oil-filter housing (M57)
Unscrew and remove splash guard.
Drain coolant,
refer to 17 00 005.
When the oil-filter housing is disassembled, a residual quantity
of coolant flows out of the oil-water heat exchanger into the
engine oil sump!
In order to avoid damage to the engine caused by coolant
admixture, it is absolutely essential after completing work to drain
and change the engine oil at the engine oil drain plug.
Failure to comply with this procedure may result in serious engine
damage.
Caution!
Cover alternator with suitable materials.
Failure to comply with this procedure may result in an
alternator malfunction.
Release screws.
Remove air duct (1) from air cleaner cover.
Remove air duct (1) from intake hood (2).
RA Removing and installing / sealing or replacing complete oil-filter housing (M57)
BMW AG - TIS
15.02.2013 09:49
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