13 62 531 Replacing coolant temperature sensor (N47 D20 O1)

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Special tools required:

11 8 850

Necessary preliminary work:

Read out the fault memory of the DDE control unit.
Switch off ignition.
REMOVE upper section of clean air pipe

Recycling:

Catch and dispose of escaping coolant.

Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.

Release lock (1) with hook (2) and detach connector (3).

Fig 1: Detaching Connector

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Remove coolant temperature sensor (3) with special tool 11 8 850 .

Tightening torque: 13 62 2AZ .

Check O-rings. Replace faulty O-rings.

If necessary, top up coolant.

Fig 2: Removing Coolant Temperature Sensor

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NOTE: Check stored fault message.
Delete fault memory.