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Removal and Replacement



3.30 Engine Oil, Draining and Replacing Oil Filter

WARNING!: Oil extraction not permitted with various engine types!

Note: - Perform oil change at operating temperature.

Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Oil Filter Strap Wrench -Hazet 2171-1-
- Oil Extractor -1782-

W12 Engine

- Remove noise insulation.
- Open oil drain plug and drain engine oil.
- Install oil drain plug with new gasket.



- Loosen cover -3- AF 32.
- Remove filter component -1-.
- Replace O-ring -2- and filter element -1-.
- Fill with engine oil.

Note:- Observe waste disposal regulations!
- Do not extract engine oil!

Tightening Specifications
Oil filter cover 25 Nm
Oil drain plug 50 Nm