12 61 280 Removing and installing/replacing oil pressure sensor (N63 B40/B44 O 0/1)
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Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Switch off ignition
- Remove rear UNDERBODY PROTECTION
WARNING:
Risk of burning!
Only perform this repair work on an engine that has cooled down.
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.