13 62 511 Replacing intake air temperature sensor (M52TU, M54)

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Turn off ignition.

Remove cover from fuel injectors. See 13 53 240 REPLACING COMPLETE INJECTION PIPE (M56)

Disconnect plug connection (1) for temperature sensor.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Plug Connection For Temperature Sensor

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Press catch and withdraw temperature sensor (1) from intake air manifold.

Installation:

Check sealing ring on temperature sensor for damage, replace if necessary.

Fig 2: Checking Sealing Ring On Temperature Sensor For Damage

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Coat sealing ring with antiseize agent.

NOTE: Read out fault memory of DME control unit. Check stored fault messages. Rectify faults. Then clear fault memory.