13 53 596 Replacing high-pressure fuel sensor (N55)
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Special tools required:
WARNING:
Observe warning on cylinder head cover.
Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE TERMINAL (risk of fire due to short-circuiting on removal).
Electric fuel pump starts up automatically when door is opened!
Carry out installation work on fuel system only with coolant temperature below 40 °C.
Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE TERMINAL (risk of fire due to short-circuiting on removal).
Electric fuel pump starts up automatically when door is opened!
Carry out installation work on fuel system only with coolant temperature below 40 °C.
IMPORTANT:
Wear full face guard and protective gloves.
Fuel can emerge spontaneously at high velocity when the high-pressure line is released!
Fuel can emerge spontaneously at high velocity when the high-pressure line is released!
IMPORTANT:
Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD PROTECTION)
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IMPORTANT:
Adhere to conditions of absolute cleanliness when working on the high-pressure fuel system.
Introduced contaminants can cause malfunctions in the system!
Introduced contaminants can cause malfunctions in the system!
- Do not allow any dirt particles or foreign bodies to get into the system.
- Remove all traces of dirt before removing pipes or individual components.
- Use only fluff-free cloths.
- Seal all fuel system openings with protective caps or plugs.
Necessary preliminary work:
- REMOVE ignition coil cover
- Remove CLEAN AIR PIPE
Recycling:
Fuel escapes when fuel lines are detached.
Catch and dispose of escaping fuel in a suitable container.
Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.
Release screws (1).
Put cable channel aside.
Unlock plug (1) and remove.
Release high-pressure sensor (2) and remove.
Tightening torque 13 53 4AZ with special tool. 32 2 100
Seal rail (3) 32 1 270 if necessary with a matching plug from special tool kit.
Assemble engine.
Check fuel system for leaks.
Check function of DME.