Oil Level Sensor: Service and Repair

12 61 285 - Replacing level switch for engine oil (M62, M54, S54, M56)





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Switch off ignition.
- Unfasten cover on full-flow oil filter to enable engine oil in filter to flow back into the oil sump.
- Drain engine oil.
These operations are described in the section BMW engine oil service.





Remove reinforcement plate.

Important!
The section Removing and installing reinforcement plate Service and Repair contains important installation instructions.





Disconnect plug connection (1).
Unscrew nuts (2).
Remove level switch (3).

Installation:
Clean sealing surface on oil sump and replace seal of level switch.





Installation:
Screw on oil-filter cover tightly.
Tightening torque 11 42 2AZ 11 42 Oil Filter and Pipes.

Top up engine oil.