Removing and Installing/Replacing Oil Sump Top Section (N73)

11 13 010 - Removing and installing/replacing oil sump top section (N73)





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove and install design cover.
- Remove and install fan clutch Service and Repair.
- Remove and install alternator belt drive Replacing Alternator Drive Belt.
- Remove and install A/C compressor belt drive Replacing A/C Compressor Drive Belt.
- Lower front axle support Lowering/Raising Front Axle Carrier.
- Secure power steering pump against falling down. Detach power steering pump from bracket.
- Remove lower oil sump section [1][2]11 13 Oil Pan.





Release screw, remove A/C compressor clamping device (1).





Unfasten screw connection (1).
Lay oil lines (2) to one side.





Release screws in area (1) and remove oil pan top section (2).
Tightening torque: 11 13 2AZ Removing and Installing/Replacing Oil Sump Bottom Section (N73).

Installation:
Replace gaskets and sealing rings.
Clean sealing surfaces.





Apply a thin even coat of Drei Bond 1209 (sourcing reference: BMW Parts Service) in area (1)
- at partition levels
- at end cover to engine block
Install oil sump with a new gasket.





Assemble engine.