13 62 560 Removing and installing/replacing air-mass flow sensor (N52 / N52K / N53)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Read out fault memory of DME control unit
Switch off ignition

Release bolts.

Unlock plug and remove.

Pull air-mass flow sensor out of upper section of intake filter housing.

Fig 1: Air-Mass Flow Sensor, Mounting Screws And Plug (3-Series)

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Fig 2: Identifying Plugs, Screws And Air Mass Sensor (Z4)

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NOTE: Check stored fault messages.

Now clear the fault memory.