12 61 280 Removing and installing/replacing oil pressure sensor (N12)

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Notes

WARNING: Scalding hazard!
Only perform this task on an engine that has cooled down.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Installation location

On cylinder head, left.

Engine oil may emerge when oil pressure sensor is replaced; have a cleaning cloth ready.

Release screw.

Pull intake muffler (1) towards top and detach clean air pipe (2).

Detach intake muffler (1) from air filter housing and remove.

Remove clean air pipe (2).

Fig 1: Pulling Intake Muffler

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Unlock and detach plugs (1 and 2).

Unlock and disconnect line (3).

Carefully pull cable duct (4) upwards slightly.

Fig 2: Pulling Cable Duct

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Release oil pressure sensor (1) with special tool 11 7 020 .

Installation:

Fig 3: Removing Oil Pressure Sensor Using Special Tool 11 7 020

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