11 78 510 Replacing oxygen sensor (M62 / S62)
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Refer to 13 00 002 CHECKING FUNCTION OF DIGITAL ENGINE .
Disconnect connector for oxygen sensor.
Unclip Lambda oxygen sensor cable from bracket.
NOTE:
Use special tool 11 7 020 or special tool 11 7 030 to unfasten and tighten down the oxygen sensor.
Tightening Torque, 50 Nm.
Installation:
The threads of new oxygen sensors are already coated with Never Seez Compound.
If an oxygen sensor is used again, apply a thin and event coat of Never Seez Compound (refer to BMW Parts Service ) to the thread only.
Do not clean the oxygen sensor section jutting into the exhaust line and do not bring it into contact with lubricant.
Protect (mask) oxygen sensor when applying underseal.
Note cable routing of oxygen sensor.