12 61 280 Removing and installing/replacing oil pressure switch (N62, N62TU)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Switch off ignition
E65/E66 only: Remove intake filter housing
E53 only: Remove intake hood with air intake hose

WARNING: Scalding hazard!
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 12 61 1AZ . See 12 61 OIL PRESSURE, OIL TEMPERATURE, OIL LEVEL DISPLAY .

Installation:

Check engine oil level, top up engine oil if necessary.

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connector And Oil Pressure Switch

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