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Engine oil level: checking
Engine oil level: checking
Test requirements
l  The oil level must only be measured when the engine is warm (oil temperature over 60 °C)
l  The vehicle should be on level ground when measuring the oil level. Once engine is switched off, wait a few minutes so that the oil can return to the sump
Test sequence
–  Pull out the oil dipstick, clean it with a clean cloth and reinsert it fully.
–  Then remove the dipstick and check the oil level.
   
Marks on the dipstick
1 - max. mark
2 - min. mark
a - Zone between upper ridge of marked area and max. mark: do not add oil
b - The level is found in the marked area: oil may be added
c - Zone between lower edge of marked area and min. mark: add at least 0.5 l of oil
The oil level must not go above the max. mark on the dipstick
Part II
  N17-0037
1 - Seal bolt 40 Nm
2 - Ring gasket
q   In case of leakage, cut out and replace sealing ring
3 - Spring
q   For pressure relief valve approx. 4 bar
4 - Piston
q   For pressure relief valve approx. 4 bar
5 - Gasket
q   Replace
6 - Return locking valve, 8 Nm
q   Integrated in the oil filter bracket
7 - O-ring
q   Replace
q   Fit to cover collar → Item
8 - Cover
9 - Securing clip
10 - Seal bolt 15 Nm
11 - Ring gasket
q   If sealing ring is leaking nip open and replace seal.
12 - Oil pressure switch -F1-, 1.4 bar, 25 Nm
q   Black colour
q   Testing → Chapter
13 - Ring gasket
q   If sealing ring is leaking nip open and replace.
14 - Oil filter mounting
q   With pressure relief valve approx. 4 bar
15 - 15 Nm +1/4 turn (90º)
q   Replace
16 - Oil filter
q   Loosen using the rotation tool -U-40078- or a universal filter remover
q   Tighten by hand
q   Observe the fitting instructions printed on the filter

   

Engine cooling > < Cylinder head