IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD PROTECTION) .
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Unlock connector (1) and remove.
Unscrew nuts.
Remove oil level sensor (2).
Installation note:
Clean sealing surface on oil sump.
Replace seal on oil level sensor.
An excessively low torque value will result in oil leaks.
An excessively high torque value will result in damage to the oil level sensor.
Top up engine oil.
NOTE: Check stored fault messages.
Delete fault memory.
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Body repair instructions: Reinforcement plate (bonded)
In the case of a partial replacement piece, a body component is cut at a point described in the repair
instructions.
A reinforcement plate is bonded in to ensure sufficient strength.
Observe notes on REPAIR STAGE 2.
NOTE:
The following graphics serve as general illustrations of reinf ...