12 61 280 Removing and Installing/Replacing Oil Pressure Sensor (N52, N52K, N51, N54, N53)
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Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Switch off ignition
- N52, N52K, N51, N53 only:
- Remove ignition coil cover
- N54 only:
- Remove intake filter housing
WARNING:
Scalding hazard!
Only perform this task on an engine that has cooled down.
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.