11 78 540 Replacing left monitor sensor (N63)

Special tools required: 

• 11 7 020 .

Only perform this work after engine has cooled down.

Necessary preliminary work: 

• Check function of DME control unit
• Switch off ignition
• Remove AIR FILTER HOUSING .

Release retaining clip (1).

Remove heat shield wire ring (2) over oxygen sensor.

Detach oxygen sensor cable from retaining clips (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Retaining Clip and Wire Ring

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Release monitoring sensor (1) with special tool 11 7 020 .

Fig 2: Removing/Installing Monitoring Sensor Using Special Tool (11 7 020)

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Installation note: 

The threads of new lambda control/monitoring sensors are already coated with NEVER-SEEZ COMPOUND .

If a lambda control/monitoring 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/monitoring sensor which projects into the exhaust branch (sensor ceramics) must not  be cleaned and not  coated with lubricant.

Fasten monitoring sensor (1) with special tool 11 7 020 .

Tightening torque 11 78 1AZ .

Fig 3: Removing/Installing Monitoring Sensor Using Special Tool (11 7 020)

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Installation note: 

Check function of DME control unit.

Pay attention to cable routing of monitor sensor.