11 12 251 Removing and installing/replacing gasket for eccentric shaft sensor (N52T)

Special tools required:

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Removal:

Unlock and disconnect the connector (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Eccentric Shaft Sensor Connector

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Lift gasket (1) using a suitable tool.

Fig 2: Lifting Gasket Using Suitable Tool

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Lift out gasket (1) using a plastic tool.

Fig 3: Lifting Gasket Using Plastic Tool

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Remove eccentric shaft sensor gasket (1).

Fig 4: Removing Eccentric Shaft Sensor Gasket

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Installation:

Insert gasket.

Installation note:

Coat sealing surfaces lightly with engine oil.

Fig 5: Inserting Gasket Of Sealing Surfaces

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Press in gasket (1) with special tool 11 6 420 .

Fig 6: Pressing Gasket Using Special Tool

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Connect the plug (1).

Fig 7: Identifying Eccentric Shaft Sensor Plug

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Required follow-up work: