65 81 060 Removing and installing/replacing outside temperature sensor

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove Front Bumper Trim
• E90, E91, E92, E93 only:

  Partially Remove Cooling Air Duct at top left.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Snap out outside temperature sensor in direction of arrow and remove.

Installation: 

Outside temperature sensor must audibly snap into place.

Check for secure seating after fitting.

Fig 1: Identifying Outdoor Temperature Sensor Plug Connection

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