Oil Line: Service and Repair

17 22 030 - Removing and installing/replacing oil line for engine oil cooler (N54)





Warning!
Danger of scalding!
Only perform this work after engine has cooled down.





Important!
Wear protective gloves and goggles.





Recycling:
Engine oil escapes when oil line is released.
Catch and dispose of emerging engine oil.
Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.





Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove fan cowl





Release bolt.
Tightening torque 17 21 1AZ. Mechanical Specifications
Detach oil line (1) from oil filter control housing.
Catch and dispose of emerging fluid.





Release bolt.
Tightening torque 17 21 2AZ. Mechanical Specifications
Disconnect oil line (1) from engine oil cooler flange and remove.
Catch and dispose of emerging fluid.

Important!
When tightening down the bolt, use suitable means/equipment to prevent the flange from twisting.
Twisting of the flange can lead to contact with the front panel! This in turn results in vibration noises and corrosion damage.





Installation Note:
Replace all sealing rings on oil line.





Note:
After completing work, check engine oil level and top up if necessary.