The oil level sender on my 2000 ML 320 is intermittent.

As they seem to be a freqent problem I want to DIY it.

Some Qs before I get into it.

1) Is this doable in garage with jack stands or is a lift mandatory (in the mind of the experienced techs in the crowd)?

2) Unbolt motor mounts or not?

3) Lift engine at bellhousing using block of wood/hockeypuck ok? 1/2 inch seems to be the necessary lifting from the searching I've done. I have a nice aluminum racing jack that I use for everything. Is this enough to get the clearance for lower pan?

It seems like a workable enough DIY. The ML has pretty good clearance in the front end. I have done lots of car projects with just jacks and a creeper. While I am not gonna pull a transmission with this setup, the lower pan seems approachable enough with basic garage setup.

TIA for your answers and help!

I'll post DIY in full upon completion.

Dickie
97 328i
00 ML320

Yes, you can do that job in a garage or car port.

You will need to slightly raise the engine & having 1/4" flex socket for the bolts will help.

Expect to spend 2-3 hrs.

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