13 62 531 Replacing coolant temperature sensor (N54, N54T)

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WARNING: Danger of scalding!
Only perform these tasks on an engine that has cooled down.

Recycling

Catch and dispose of escaping coolant.

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Read out fault memory of DME control unit
Switch off ignition
REMOVE ACOUSTIC COVER

NOTE: Coolant temperature sensor is mounted on cylinder head at front.

Unlock plug (1) and remove.

Release temperature sensor (2).

Installation:

Tightening torque 13 62 1AZ .

If necessary, top up coolant.

Check COOLING SYSTEM for leaks.

Fig 1: Identifying Temperature Sensor And Plug

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NOTE: Check stored fault messages.
Now clear the fault memory.