12 14 524 Replace pulse sensor on exhaust camshaft (N54)

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Read out the fault memory of the DME control unit.
Switch off ignition.
Remove FAN COWL .

Unlock connector (1) and remove.

Release screw.

Tightening torque 13 62 3AZ .

Remove pulse sensor (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Exhaust Camshaft Pulse Sensor And Connector

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NOTE: Check stored fault messages.
Delete fault memory.