11 40 000 Checking engine oil pressure: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 BMW 645Ci and 2004 BMW 645Ci. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
For Special Tool identification, refer to ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS - 645CI .
Special Tools Required:
- 11 4 050
- 13 3 061
- 13 3 063
- 13 6 051
- 13 6 054
NOTE:
To check the engine oil pressure, the oil pressure switch must be removed and the special tools installed and connected.
NOTE:
A small amount of oil will emerge when the oil pressure switch is removed. Have a cleaning cloth ready.
Make sure no oil runs onto belt drive.
Remove any remnants of oil immediately with cleaning cloth.
Remove oil pressure switch.
Installation:
Tightening torque, 12 61 1AZ in ENGINE - TIGHTENING TORQUES .
Install special tool 11 4 050 with sealing ring (1) in place of oil pressure switch.