12 61 280 Removing And Installing/Replacing Oil Pressure Switch (N62, N62TU)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 BMW Alpina and 2007 BMW Alpina. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Switch off ignition
- E65/E66 only: Remove intake filter housing . See 13 71 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING INTAKE FILTER HOUSING (N62) .
WARNING:
Scalding hazard!
Only perform this task on an engine that has cooled down.
Only perform this task on an engine that has cooled down.
Installation location:
Cylinder bank 1 to 4 on cylinder head, front right.
Engine oil may emerge when oil pressure switch is replaced; have a cleaning cloth ready.
Release plug connector (1) and pull off.
Unscrew oil pressure switch (2).
Tightening torque. See ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - TIGHTENING TORQUES .
Installation:
Check engine oil level, top up engine oil if necessary.