13 62 531 Replacing coolant-temperature sensor (M62): Notes

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NOTE: Interrogate fault memory of DME control unit. Switch off ignition.

WARNING: Danger of scalding!
Only perform these tasks on an engine that has cooled down.

Turn fasteners on acoustic cover 90° counterclockwise.

Remove acoustic cover.

Fig 1: Locating Acoustic Cover

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Coolant temperature sensor is mounted on water pipe at front.

Remove vacuum lines (1).

Detach plug (2) from temperature sensor.

Fig 2: Removing Vacuum Lines And Detaching Plug

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