12 14 523 Replacing pulse sensor on intake camshaft (N20)

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

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Read out the fault memory of the DME control unit.
Switch off ignition.

Unlock connector (1) and remove.

Release screw.

Tightening torque 13 62 1AZ .

Remove pulse sensor (2).

Check gasket, renew damaged gasket.

Fig 1: Identifying Pulse Sensor And Connector

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NOTE: Check stored fault message.
Delete fault memory.