64 11 932 Replacing evaporator temperature sensor (A/C control)

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Remove right glovebox. See 51 16 360 REMOVING AND INSTALLING RIGHT GLOVE BOX

E39 only:

Release screws (1).

Pull cover on glovebox on left (2) in direction of arrow out of guides (3) and remove.

Fig 1: Removing Left Glovebox Cover (A/C Control)

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E39, E53:

Unclip air duct for right footwell (1) and pull out in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Loosening Right Footwell Air Duct (A/C Control)

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Break out repair cover (1) with pointed pliers in direction of arrow.

Disconnect connector (2).

Fig 3: Opening Repair Cover (A/C Control)

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Unlock plug of faulty evaporator temperature sensor (1) and pull out in direction of arrow.

NOTE: Secure plug of faulty evaporator temperature sensor with fabric adhesive tape.
Insert new evaporator temperature sensor in opening (2) and lock into place.

Fig 4: Removing Faulty Evaporator Temperature Sensor Plug

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Installation:

Make sure evaporator temperature sensor (1) and cable (2) are correctly seated.

Fig 5: Identifying Evaporator Temperature Sensor & Cables Proper Seating

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