12 14 611 Replacing left knock sensors (cylinder bank 5 to 8) (M62)

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Interrogate fault memory of DME control unit.

Switch off ignition.

Remove coolant manifold, refer to 11 53 325 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING COOLANT MANIFOLD .

Remove pipe to water pump.

Installation:

Replace sealing ring.

CAUTION: Mixing up the knock sensor plug connections will result in engine damage!
The wiring and plug connections must correspond to the original routing. This eliminates the risk of mix-ups.

Release screws.

Tightening torque, refer to 12 14 2AZ in ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - TIGHTENING TORQUES - X5 4.6L .

Fig 1: Removing Left Knock Sensors (Cylinder Bank 5 To 8) (M62)

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NOTE: Interrogate fault memory of DME control unit.
Check stored fault messages.
Rectify faults.
Now clear the fault memory.