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Engine Oil Level Indicator Switch Replacement

Special Tools

EN-37228   Separation Tool

For equivalent regional tools refer to Special Tools .

Removal Procedure

1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the engine oil. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .
3. Remove the front compartment insulator. Refer to Front Compartment Insulator Replacement .

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4. Disconnect the engine oil level indicator switch wiring harness plug (1) from the engine oil level indicator switch connector (2).
5. Remove the engine oil level indicator switch connector retainer (3).

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6. Remove the 15 lower oil pan bolts (2).
7. Remove the lower oil sump (1), using the EN-37228   separation tool .

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8. Remove the 3 engine oil level sensor bracket bolts (1).
9. Remove the engine oil level sensor along with the engine oil level sensor bracket (2).

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10. Loosen the 2 engine oil level sensor nuts (1).
11. Remove the engine oil level sensor (2) from the engine oil level sensor bracket (3).

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12. Remove the old seal ring (2) from the sensor (1).

Installation Procedure


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1. Install a NEW seal ring (2) to the engine oil level sensor (1).

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2. Install the engine oil level sensor (2) to the engine oil level sensor bracket (3).

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution .
3. Install the 2 engine oil level sensor nuts (1) and tighten to 8 N·m (71 lb in) .

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4. Install the engine oil level sensor in compound with the engine oil level sensor bracket (2) to the engine.
5. Install the 3 engine oil level sensor bracket bolts (1) and tighten to 24 N·m (18 lb ft) .
6. Clean the sealing surfaces.

Note:  Refer to electronic parts catalogue to find a suitable sealing compound.
7. Apply sealing compound to the oil pan.

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8. Install the lower oil pan (1).
9. Install the 15 lower oil pan bolts (2) and tighten to 10 N·m (89 lb in) .

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10. Disconnect the engine oil level indicator switch wiring harness plug (1) from the engine oil level indicator switch connector (2).
11. Remove the engine oil level indicator switch connector retainer (3).
12. Refill the engine oil. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .
13. Install the front compartment insulator. Refer to Front Compartment Insulator Replacement .
14. Close the hood.

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