Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
11 00... Engine oil change (N20)
Special tools required:
- 11 9 240
- 83 30 0 493 936
Carry out work on the vehicle only when wearing oil- and heat-resistant protective gloves incl. forearm protection, face guard and protective apron.
Attention!
Carry out the engine oil service only when the engine is at operating temperature.
Observe the exact engine oil filling capacity.
Overfilling the engine with engine oil will result in engine damage .
Attention!
Risk of damage!
Protect the belt drive and alternator against contamination.
Cover with suitable materials.
Recycling:
Catch and dispose of drained engine oil in a suitable collecting vessel.
Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.
Release oil filter cover (1) with special tool 11 9 240 .
Tightening torque 11 42 1AZ .
Engine oil flows out of the oil filter housing and back into the oil sump.
Order number: 83 30 0 493 936
Rear-wheel drive (plastic oil sump):
Open oil drain plug (1) on oil sump.
Drain engine oil.
Installation note:
Replace oil drain plug .
Tightening torque 11 13 2AZ .
If prescribed torque has been reached and oil drain plug (1) still does not latch, oil drain plug (1) must be positioned such that a latch mechanism is aligned (see arrow).
If applicable, oil drain plug (1) may need to be rotated back again (released).
Four-wheel drive (cast aluminium-oil sump):
Open oil drain plug (1) of oil sump and drain engine oil.
Installation note:
Replace sealing ring .
Tightening torque 11 13 1AZ .
Remove and insert oil filter element (1) in direction of arrow.
Installation note:
Replace oil filter element (2) and sealing rings (1) .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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