12 61 280 Removing and installing/replacing oil pressure sensor (N63 B40/B44 O 0/1)
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Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Switch off ignition
- Remove rear UNDERBODY PROTECTION
WARNING:
Risk of burning!
Only perform this repair work on an engine that has cooled down.
Only perform this repair work on an engine that has cooled down.
Installation location:
Oil pressure sensor is located next to the oil filter housing.
Engine oil may emerge when oil pressure sensor is replaced; have a cleaning cloth ready.
Unlock connector (1) and remove.
Release oil pressure sensor (2).
Tightening torque 12 61 1AZ .
Installation note:
Check engine oil level. Top up engine oil if level is too low.