11 78 513 Replacing both lambda oxygen control sensors (N52K)

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

WARNING: Scalding hazard!
Work should only be carried out on an exhaust system that has cooled down.

Installation:

The threads of new lambda control sensors are already coated with Never Seez Compound (refer to BMW Parts Department).

If a lambda control sensor is to be reused, apply a thin and even coating of Never Seez compound to the thread only.

The part of the lambda control sensor which projects into the exhaust system branch (sensor ceramics) must not be cleaned and not coated with lubricant.

Lambda control sensor, cylinder nos. 1 to 3

NOTE: The lambda control sensor on the exhaust manifold of cylinder nos. 1 to 3 is accessible from above.
Disconnect plug connection.
Unclip the cable from the retainer.
Release lambda control sensor on exhaust manifold of cylinder nos. 1 to 3 with special tool 11 7 020.

Lambda control sensor, cylinder nos. 4 to 6

NOTE: The lambda control sensor on the exhaust manifold of cylinder nos. 4 to 6 is accessible from above.

Disconnect plug connection.

Unclip the cable from the retainer.

Release screws (1) on retaining plate.

Remove retaining plate (3).

Release lambda control sensor (2) on exhaust manifold of cylinder nos. 4 to 6 with special tool 11 7 020.

Fig 1: Identifying Lambda Control Sensor, Retaining Plate And Screws

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All:

Installation:

Cable color of lambda control sensor, cylinders nos. 1 to 3 = black.

Cable color of lambda control sensor, cylinders nos. 4 to 6 = grey.

Tightening torque 11 78 1AZ .

Assemble engine.

Check function of DME.