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12 61 280 Removing and installing/replacing oil pressure sensor

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Installation location: at base of oil filter.

Fig 1: Removing Oil Pressure Sensor
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Disconnect plug connection (2).

Unscrew and remove oil-pressure switch.

IMPORTANT: Engine oil may emerge when the oil pressure sensor is removed - have a cleaning cloth to hand.

Catch and dispose of emerging engine oil.

Tightening torque 12 61 1AZ .

Installation: 

Screw on oil-filter cover tightly.

Check engine oil level, top up engine oil if necessary.