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

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Turn off ignition.

Remove cover from fuel injectors. See HOUSING COVER

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.

Coat sealing ring with antiseize agent.

Fig 2: Removing Temperature Sensor From Intake Air Manifold

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