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    Thermal oil-level sensor


    General points
    The thermal oil-level sensor has the task of monitoring the oil
    level and the oil temperature. It is installed in the oil pan from
    below. The oil-level sensor components (level sensor,
    temperature sensor and sensor electronics) are located in a
    housing.

    Function
    The filling-level sensor is made up of two parallel printed-
    conductor structures which cover the motor-oil measuring
    range. These temperature-dependent resistor elements are
    operated in a bridge circuit, where one is used as a reference
    element and the other as a measuring element. Controlled by
    the electronics, the measuring element is heated up briefly (at
    output = high) and then cools down again (at output = low).
    This process is repeated continuously. The high times are
    dependent on the oil temperature and the low times
    proportional to the filling level.
    The oil temperature is measured by a sensor. This is installed
    at the lower end in a plastic housing insulated from oil and
    completely submersed (see diagram).
    Schematic diagram

    Effects of failure
    Reasons for the oil-level sensor to fail:
    • Internal short-circuits
    • Failure of the measuring elements
    • Failure of the sensor electronics
    • Penetration of motor oil through damage to the
    housing
    • Lack of voltage and earth connection
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    If the oil-level sensor fails, this can become noticeable as


    follows:
    • Oil control-lamp illuminates
    • Warning message in the multi-function display
    • A fault code is stored

    Troubleshooting
    The following tests should be taken into account during
    troubleshooting.
    Visual test:
    If there is visible damage to the housing of the thermal oil-
    level sensor, the wiring or the plug, the sensor should be
    replaced or the wiring repaired.
    Testing the voltage supply and earth connection
    The voltage supply (observe manufacturer's notes) and the
    earth connection should be checked at the sensor plug.
    Test with the oscilloscope:
    The oscilloscope can be used to tap and display the signal at
    the signal cable (A). Note: This measurement can be used
    only to establish whether a signal is transmitted to the control + - A
    unit. It is not possible to use the signal displayed to make a Pin assignment
    statement about correct sensor function.
    Test with diagnosis equipment:
    Suitable diagnosis equipment should be used to take a
    readout of the fault memory. Sensor-related faults should be Signal pattern
    eliminated and the fault memory erased.

    Installation note:
    The torque of the fastening screws of 9.5 +/- 1 Nm must not
    be exceeded during installation.

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