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MG MGF Factory Workshop Manual (1995-2000)05 · Engine
05 · Engine

Oil sump (page 2 of 2)

Make
MG
Model
MGF Factory Workshop Manual
Year
1995–2000
Section
Repairs
EngineOil sump · page 2 of 2
Diagram
  1. Remove 14 bolts securing oil sump to bearing ladder noting the fitted positions of 2 longest bolts.
  2. Using a mallet, gently tap sump sideways to release sealant bond; remove sump.

CAUTION: Do not lever between sump flange and bearing ladder.

Do not carry out further dismantling if component is removed for access only.

Do not carry out further dismantling if component is removed for access only.
  1. Remove 4 bolts securing engine rear mount to sump, remove mount.
  2. Fit mount to sump, fit bolts and tighten to 80 Nm.

Refit

  1. Clean inside of sump. Remove all traces of sealant using a suitable solvent.
  2. Apply sealant from kit, Part No. GUG 705963GM to sump joint face and spread to an even film using a brush or roller.

CAUTION: To avoid contamination, assembly should be completed immediately after application of sealant. Do not use RTV or any sealant other than that supplied with kit.

Apply sealant from kit, Part No. GUG 705963GM to sump joint face and spread to an even fil
  1. Fit sump alignment pins 18G 1744 to bearing ladder as shown.

Parts & tools for this job For 1995 MG MGF

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