34 52 580 Removing And Installing / Replacing Rear Pressure Sensor For Acc

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After completing tasks, bleed brake system .

Apply pedal prop and depress brake pedal slightly. This prevents brake fluid from emerging from the expansion tank and air from entering the brake system after the brake lines have been detached.

Fig 1: Applying Pedal Prop & Depressing Brake Pedal

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Vehicles with N52 engine:

If necessary, remove heat shield (1).

Installation:

Make sure heat shield is correctly seated.

If necessary, replace heat shield.

Fig 2: Identifying Heat Shield

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release pressure sensor (2) and remove.

Installation:

Tighten to specified torque. See 34 51 12AZ.

Fig 3: Identifying Plug Connection And Pressure Sensor

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