12 61 280 Removing and Installing/Replacing Oil Pressure Sensor (N52, N52K, N51, N54, N53)

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Switch off ignition
• N52, N52K, N51, N53 only: 
  • Remove ignition coil cover
• N54 only: 
  • Remove intake filter housing

Installation location: 

Oil filter housing, front left.

Engine oil may emerge when oil pressure sensor is replaced; have a cleaning cloth ready.

Unlock plug (1) and remove.

Release oil pressure sensor (2).

Tightening torque 12 61 1AZ, see ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM -- TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS -- TWIN TURBO .

Installation: 

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