12 14 524 Replacing pulse sensor on exhaust camshaft (N52T)

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

Necessary preliminary work:

Read out fault memory of DME control unit
Turn off ignition
Remove ACOUSTIC COVER

Unfasten screw (1)

Tightening torque 12 90 2AZ .

Release holder (2) from cylinder head.

Fig 1: Identifying Holder And Screw

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Unlock plug (1) and remove.

Release screw.

Installation note:

Replace screw.

Tightening torque 13 62 1AZ .

Remove pulse sensor (2).

Installation note:

Replace seal.

Fig 2: Identifying Pulse Sensor Connector And Screw

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NOTE: Check stored fault messages.
Delete fault memory.