13 62 560 Removing and installing/replacing air-mass flow sensor (M54)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 BMW 530i, 2002 BMW 530i, and 2001 BMW 530i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Turn off ignition.

Unlock retainers (1) on intake filter housing.

Unlock plug (2) and detach from air-mass flow sensor.

Release hose clip (3).

Detach intake hose (4) from air-mass flow sensor.

Remove air-mass flow sensor.

Fig 1: Removing Air-Mass Flow Sensor

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Installation:

Check seal (1) between air-mass flow sensor and intake filter housing for damage; replace if damaged.

To facilitate joint between air cleaner and throttle assembly, coat gasket with acid-free grease.

Fig 2: Checking Air-Mass Flow Sensor Seal

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Installation:

Only reinstall mass air flow sensor with undamaged lattice frame.

Fig 3: Installing Mass Air Flow Sensor

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NOTE: Interrogate fault memory of DME control module.
Check stored fault messages.
Rectify faults.
Then clear fault memory.