64 11 932 Replacing evaporator temperature sensor (A/C control)

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Remove right glovebox, refer to 51 16 360 REMOVING AND INSTALLING RIGHT GLOVE BOX .

E39 only:

Release screws (1).

Pull cover on glovebox on left (2) in direction of arrow out of guides (3) and remove.

Fig 1: Removing Left Glovebox Cover (E39 Only)

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E39, E53:

Unclip air duct for right footwell (1) and pull out in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Removing Air Duct For Right Footwell (E39 And E53)

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Break out repair cover (1) with pointed pliers in direction of arrow.

Disconnect connector (2).

Fig 3: Breaking Out Repair Cover And Disconnecting Connector (A/C control)

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Unlock plug of faulty evaporator temperature sensor (1) and pull out in direction of arrow.

NOTE: Secure plug of faulty evaporator temperature sensor with fabric adhesive tape.
Insert new evaporator temperature sensor in opening (2) and lock into place.

Fig 4: Replacing Evaporator Temperature Sensor (A/C control)

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Installation:

Make sure evaporator temperature sensor (1) and cable (2) are correctly seated.

Fig 5: Installing Evaporator Temperature Sensor (A/C control)

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