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12 61 280 Removing and installing/replacing oil pressure sensor (N63 B40/B44 O 0/1)

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

WARNING: Risk of burning!

Only perform this repair work on an engine that has cooled down.

Installation location 

Oil pressure sensor is located next to the oil filter housing.

Engine oil may emerge when oil pressure sensor is replaced; have a cleaning cloth ready.

Unlock connector (1) and remove.

Release oil pressure sensor (2).

Tightening torque 12 61 1AZ .

Installation note: 

Check engine oil level. Top up engine oil if level is too low.

Fig 1: Identifying Oil Pressure Sensor And Connector
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